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BARRY SOLLENBERGER’S gees
By Joseph Barry Sollenberger
It wasn't long ago when the Arizona
football team considered an eight-win sea-
son and a bowl appearance a success.
From 1960 to 1990, the Wildcats won
eight games in a season just eight times
and saw action in six bowl games.
A year ago, Arizona was 8-4, good
enough for a Freedom Bowl bid and a
No. 20 ranking in both the AP and USA
Today/CNN final polls.
But while in 1965 students might have
danced on Speedway over a season like
that, many in Tucson weren't impressed
with the Cats’ year, especially after Utah
spoiled the bowl party, 16-13.
After all, Arizona was Sports
Illustrated's preseason No. 1, thanks to a
"Desert Swarm" defense that was hailed
like the Pope.
But things are different this year as
expectations are not as great. That hardly
means that coach Dick Tomey is conced-
ing the Pac-10 title to somebody in south-
ern California.
"T believe we will have the personnel,”
Tomey said, "if some of our newcomers
come through and play defense at the
same level we've established over the last
three years."
If the Wildcats are to play in Pasadena
New Year's Day for the first time ever,
they will need a mammoth-sized perfor-
mance from their defense. Arizona
returns just three starters on offense and
Tomey must replace every '94 starter on
the offensive line. In short, Arizona's front
seven is more unsettled than Bosnia.
"Overall, our biggest job will be getting
the offensive line to jell once we begin to
play in the fall," continues Tomey. "It's
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.CALIFORNIA
... WASHINGTON
at Washington State
..at Oregon State
at Oregon
at Arizona State
_ IS LEED EE SSO
Player/Pos/Size
Dan Loyd, qb, 6-2, 200
Marcus Bell, b, 6-2, 210...
Trung Canidate, b, 6-0, 173.
Leland Gayles, b, 5-9, 170
Daren Hooper, b, 6-1, 205
Kelvin Hunter, b, 5-11, 170.
Rashee Johnson, b, 6-0, 180..
Rafell Jones, b, 5-10, 180
DaShon Polk, b, 6-3, 210.
Mikal Smith, b, 5-10, 175
Scooter Sprotte, b, 5-9, 190
Rodney Williams, b, 6-1, 180
Rusty James, |, 6-3, 260
Woodside, CA
os Angeles, CA
ooh CA
Pacoima, CA
Knoxville, TN
.Lakeside, AZ
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ECTS EIGSS
se AE DESER
Player/Pos/Size
James Lewis, |, 6-5, 240 ...Bell, CA
Cai McCray, |, 6-4, 260. ‘ ta Maria, CA
Tan McCutcheon, |, 6-5, 280..Long Beach, CA
Frank Middleton, |, 6-5, 305 .....Beaumont, TX
Ted Printy, |, 6-4, 270
Dolphin Tillman, |, 6-3, 220 .
Van Tuinei, |, 6-4, 260
Ryan Turley, |, 6-7, 260.
Chima Ugwu, |, 6-4, 290
Ega Usu, |, 6-3, 260 ..
Tevete Usu, |, 6-3, 300 .
Hometown
-Enugu, Nigeria
Lawndale, CA
wndale, CA
Mark McDonald, pk, 6-1, 180 ..S. Monica, CA
*Johnson, Williams, McCray, James, McCutcheon, Middleton, Tuinei, Turley, Ugwu, T. Usu are JC transfers.
going to take some work to develop a
good line, but that's what coaching is
about."
Look for Willie Walker (6-3, 293) and
David Watson (6-5, 250) to push junior
college transfers Ian McCutcheon (6-5,
280) and Ryan Turley (6-7, 260) for the
tackle spots. At least seven players are
fighting for two guard spots and the ‘Cats
are counting on former starter and injury
plagued Mani Ott (6-3, 255) at center. At
tight end, Damon Terrell, Tim Thomas
and Mike Lucky will fight for time.
Fortunately for the 'Cats, they have a
proven leader at quarterback in senior
Dan White. He threw 14 TD passes last
year and his .571 completion percentage
set a school record. White came on down
the stretch last season, throwing for 370
and 266 yards against USC and ASU,
respectively, in Arizona's final two regular
season games.
"Dan has shown he's a leader," Tomey
adds. "He's helped us win 18 games the
last two years.”
When White takes to the air, he'll most
likely be looking for Richard Dice (56
catches for 969 yards) or senior wideout
Cary Taylor.
In the backfield, the 'Cats lose 1,000
yard rusher Ontiwaun Carter but return a
solid nucleus. Fullback Charles Myles and
tailbacks Kevin Schmidtke and Gary
Taylor will get the majority of the carries.
While the Arizona offensive attack has
improved in recent years, it's still the
squad's defensive unit that causes oppo-
nents to have cold sweats.
Consensus All-American Tedy Bruschi
(DE) and All-Pac-10 safety Brandon
Sanders, both seniors, are the leaders.
Up front, Bruschi (6-1, 255) and tack-
les Chuck Osborne (6-2, 280) and Joe
Salave'a (6-4, 270) are enough to make a
tailback wish he missed the bus. They
combined for 35 tackles for losses and 24
sacks.
"Tedy, Chuck and Joe give us a
tremendous start on the defensive line,”
says Tomey. "They know what it takes
and they know how to give that effort."
Bruschi (see photo) is particularly
scary. He was a Lombardi Trophy finalist
last season and has 37.5 sacks for his
career. His signature game was the '94
Fiesta Bowl when he terrorized Miami in
route to capturing the defensive MVP
award for the contest.
"Tedy Bruschi has something special
inside of him that makes him a great foot-
ball player," says the head coach. "I didn't
put it there. I'm damn glad it comes out
every game; every snap. He has a motor
that won't quit.”
At linebacker, the ‘Cats are solid with
senior starter Charlie Camp, converted
soph DE Mike Szlauko, redshirt sopho-
more Chester Burnett and junior two-year
lettermen Armon Williams.
A year ago, Arizona was hurt too
often by the big play. It should come as
no surprise that Tomey is seeking
improvement from his secondary.
"We were not at our best a year ago
and we must improve in this area," con-
cludes Tomey. "We think we have the
people who can do that."
In addition to Sanders, the ‘Cats return
Kelly Malveaux, a sophomore who earned
five starts as a corner a year ago. Soph
Chuck Rich should replace the departed
Tony Bouie at free safety and Derrick
Stewart, Shawn Parnel and Skeeter
Harrington will fight for the other corner.
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BARRY SOLLENBERGER’S
By Joseph Barry Sollenberger
metro football special insert
SUN DEVIL NEWCOMERS
It hasn't been 50 years since an Hometown _ Player/Pos/Size Hometown
Arizona State football team last went to a
bowl game.
It just seems that way.
In 1987, Ronald Reagan was
President, no one knew of Garth Brooks
and Yougoslavia was a country when the
Devils last went bowling.
Coach Bruce Snyder intends to get
ASU back in post season play this fall,
but that won't be easy. The Devils return
only 11 starters from a 3-8 squad of a
year ago (their worst since 1946) and
play a schedule tougher than raw meat.
Three of ASU's first five games are on
the road, and those opponents —
Washington, Nebraska and USC - are
probably good enough to scare the Dallas
Cowboys.
It won't be easy for Snyder to turn the
program around this season, but he
remains optimistic.
"We've got a lot of young guys who
have come quite a ways," Snyder says.
"But there are some players who have got
to get better faster."
Fortunately for Snyder, he has a leader
in quarterback Jake Plummer. The junior
signal-caller completed 54 percent of his
passes for 2,179 yards and 15 TDs a
year ago.
"Jake has the entire package," Snyder
says. "A lot of quarterbacks can throw the
football deep, but Jake can pass the foot-
ball deep to a spot and hit the spot. That
is something you can't teach."
When Plummer goes to the air, he'll
most likely be looking for WR Keith Poole
and TE Steve Bush. Poole caught 31
passes for 669 yards and six TDs last sea-
son. Bush returns from knee and ankle
injuries that caused him to miss most of
last year.
"I'm really confident in Jake and Poole
and Bush," adds Snyder. "Bush is up to
255 pounds, and I think he's quicker. The
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Sept. 9....
Sept. 16..
Sept. 23..
Sept. 30
Oct. 7 ..
...at Washington
at Nebraska
.OREGON STATE
..at California
ARIZONA
Player/Pos/Size
Chad Brown, qb, 6-1, 180 Monterey, CA
day Hinton, rb, 6-1, 180 4
J.R. Redmond, rb, 6-1, 190.
Joby Bratcher, wr, 6-2, 185.
Derrick Charles, wr, 5-11, 165
Lenzie Jackson, wr, 6-0, 180
Kenny Mitchell, wr, 6-4, 190
Isaiah Mustafa, wr, 6-4, 208
Kendrick Bates, te, 6-5, 220
Devin Kendall, te, 6-3, 240..
Jeff Johannesen, ol, 6-5, 305 .
Thomas Schmidt, ol, 6-6, 240.
Al Simpson, ol, 6-6, 290.
‘Ft. Scott, KS
-Milipitas, CA
*Charles, Mustafa, Kendall, Simpson, Tagaloa, Mee,
issue, I think, will come down to whether
we'll hold on protection."
At times over the past seven seasons,
it seemed that the Devils played with no
offensive line. The quarterback would take
the snap from center and immediately
have four defensive linemen in his face.
For the safety of Plummer, the ASU
coaching staff wants things to be different
this fall and there is hope. The Devils
return three offensive linemen - center
Kirk Robertson (6-5, 294), RG Pat
Thompson (6-1, 303) and LT Juan Roque
(6-8, 313). Junior Roque is ASU's best
lineman and is touted as one of the top
tackles in the country.
"He has the talent to be one of the
best linemen to ever play here,” insists
offensive coordinator Dan Cozzetto. "He
also plays with the mentality of a defen-
sive lineman."
Look for sophomores Glen Gable (6-5,
281) and Kyle Murphy (6-4, 262) to nab
the other starting spots among the front
seven.
The Devils also appear set at tailback,
where senior Chris Hopkins (see photo)
will be the starter. He rushed for 680
yards on 169 carries a year ago.
"Chris absolutely loves the game of
football and he wears it on his sleeve,"
says Snyder. "He will be the perfect
senior leader playing an important posi-
tion on this football team."
Sophomores Terry Battle (see photo)
and Marlon Farlow will compete for car-
ries behind Hopkins.
Defensively, the Devils yielded 440.8
yards a game - the most in school history
- and 31.6 points per contest. "We've got
to shore up virtually everything we do
defensively," Snyder said. "We need to get
stouter and tougher inside.”
Justin Dragoo (6-3, 231) leads a group
of at least seven linebackers. Dragoo, a
sixth-year senior, was granted a rare sixth
year of elgibility from the NCAA because
of a career stricken with knee injuries.
ERSTE DCTP ETE
Sam Tagaloa, ol, 6-4, 300
Hamilton Mee, dl, 6-3, 245
Ryan Reilly, dl, 6-4, 270.
Kurt Wallin, dl, 6-2, 240 Me
Ken Westerhaus, dl, 6-5, 250 Glendale, AZ
dames Kelly, lb, 6-2, 225 ...........Riverside, CA
Derek Smith, lb, 6-2, 225..American Fork, UT
Phillip Brown, db, 6-0, 180 .....Bakersfield, CA
Kareem Clark, db, 5-9, 170... Yorba Linda, CA
Courtney Jackson, db, 6-1, 190....DeSoto, TX
Ricky Boyer, rs, 5-10, 175 ........Compton, CA
Robert Nycz, pk, 5-11, 185.....Bakersfield, CA
..Mesa, AZ.
Smith, Nycz are JC transfers.
Sam Santana, Chris Finn and Ty Wade
are also expected to contribute.
At rover, senior Lee Cole (6-0, 191) is
pencilled in as the starter. Cole started
four games last season, including the final
three (Oregon, UCLA and Arizona).
Sophomore Pat Tillman and redshirt-
freshman Larry Johnson are the backups.
Senior Harlen Rashada is the most
experienced rover-gunner on the squad.
The 6-2, 202-pounder from Oakland,
Calif., has started 16 games in his career
and was fifth on the team in tackles with
61. Among his career highlights is a 37-
yard fumble recovery for a touchdown
against Stanford.
"Harlen will be an important part of
our defensive game plan," says defensive
coordinator Phil Snow. "He's a very good
athlete who knows our system."
At tackle, the Devils have only one
senior in Mike Balian. His status for this
season, however, is still unclear because
he's still recovering from a torn knee suf-
fered last fall. While ASU is not deep at
this position, it returns a couple of
starters — Brent Burnstein (6-8, 240) and
Shawn Swayda (6-4, 273).
Opposing quarterbacks loved the
Devils’ secondary a year ago. They would
look for the big play and ASU often oblig-
ed by giving up huge chunks of yardage
through the air. Improvement from the
cornerbacks is a priority of Snyder's and it
won't be easy, considering that Craig
Newsome is now in the NFL.
Snyder does have a number of skilled
athletes to choose from in Marcus
Soward, Traivon Johnson, Lamont
Morgan and Jason Simmons. At free
safety, the Devils are looking for someone
to replace two-year starter Eddie Cade.
Sophomore Thomas Simmons appears to
be the man. He played in 10 games a
year ago. But watch for newcomer
Mitchell Freedman, a former Phoenix
Maryvale star with loads of potential.
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BARRY SOLLENBERGER’S
By Lonnie Collins
LUMBERJACK NEWCOMERS
Entering the 1995 season, Northern Player/Pos/Size Hometown _Player/Pos/Size Hometown
Arizona head coach Steve Axman is con-
cerned about replacing key players on
both the offensive and defensive lines,
and developing a backup at quarterback.
But after spring ball ended, the puzzle
seemed to fall into place. At offensive
tackle juniors Paul Yermin (6-5, 275) and
Josh Housman (6-5, 260) looked sharp.
The coaching staff moved big James
Martin (6-4, 305), a native of Gallup,
New Mexico, from defensive tackle to
offensive guard and moved former Mesa
Westwood star Dan Finn (6-4, 270) into
he other guard slot. Young Ryan
Lingenfelder (6-2, 280), a sophomore
rom Lake Havasu City, solidified himself
as one of the league's best centers.
At quarterback, expect senior Jeff
Lewis, a Walter Payton Award Candidate,
to live up to expectation.
"Jeff is one of the finest quarterbacks
in the country," says the Lumberjacks’
head coach. "I believe that's true for any
evel. I think a strong indicator is we've
had four to five pro scouts coming
hrough who have already said he may be
the top quarterback prospect for the NFL
draft coming out next year west of the
Mississippi.”
Last year, Lewis completed 272 passes
in 450 attempts (60%) for 3,355 yards
and 26 TDs. In three seasons, the former
Scottsdale Horizon star has made good
on 576 passes in 1,003 attempts (57.4)
for 7,229 yards and 45 touchdowns.
He broke the NAU single-game record
for touchdowns when he tossed six scor-
ing strikes in a 59-21 spanking of
Southern Utah. Later, he passed for a
career-high 409 yards in a 47-30 win
over Montana State. He topped 300
1995 SCHEDULE
Sept. 2..
..at New Mexico
...CS-“SACRAMENTO
CS-NORTHRIDGE
..MONTANA STATE
at Boise State
MONTANA
at Eastern Washington
..at Idaho State
Travis Brown, qb, 6-4, 180 Phoenix, AZ
Cleveland Dansby, b, 6-0, 170 .....Phoenix, AZ
Afa Fariamo, rb, 5-10, 175 ...Long Beach, CA
Rian Weske, te, 6-5, 240 ..Phoenix, AZ
Kris Brewer, ot, 6-6, 290. Poway, CA
Chris Gordon, ol, 6-3, 270. Tucson, AZ
Chris Mammen, ol/dl, 6-3, 274.....Tucson, AZ
Paul Yermin, ot, 6-5, 275... Thousand Oaks, CA
Nate Cast, dl, 6-3, 295....Canyon Springs, CA
Quinn Goldsberry, dl, 6-3, 225 S'dale, AZ
Josh Mello, dt, 6-3, 255
Ricky Solis, dl, 6-3, 245
Manuel Villegas, dt, 6-4, 255
Tim Coffey, olb, 6-1, 210.
Keith Dykes, lb, 6-1, 230. Artesia, CA
Scott Hull, ilb, 6-0, 215... Yuma, AZ
deff Thuneman, olb, 6-1, 205 ...L. Havasu, AZ
Mike Giiame, ss, 6-0, 210 San Diego, CA
Nate Miconi, ss, 6-0, 185....
day Burns, k, 5-10, 170.
San Diego, CA
...Tucson, AZ
Riverside, CA
-Winslow, AZ
*Yermin is a transfer from the Univ. of Nevada. Mello, Villegas, Dykes, Miconi are JC transfers.
yards passing in seven games. Ironically,
as a schoolboy in Scottsdale, he was
recruited by Arizona State to play base-
ball.
Battling for the backup role are Scott
Partridge, a Scottsdale Chaparral product,
Nathan Sanders from Peoria and Mike
Good out of California.
The ‘Jacks look solid at receiver, to say
the least. Both Rod Marshall (5-10, 175)
and junior Alex Calderwood (5-9, 170)
are All-America candidates. Calderwood is
a viable candidate as a punt returner, and
one of the fastest players (4.4) on the
team. At Denver Mullen High School, he
was a member of a state championship
400-meter relay team.
Marshall, from Millikan High in Long
Beach, returns after receiving a medical
hardship. That's bad news for Big Sky
opponents. He has great hands, excep-
tional leaping ability and goes over the
middle. Marshall began the year as NAU's
number-one receiver, but suffered a sea-
son-ending knee injury in the second
game. He still managed nine catches for
168 yards. Soph wideout Jesus Reyes (5-
7, 165), one of the most exciting players
in the league, has some of the best moves
this side of the Arthur Murray School of
Dancing. He caught 50 passes last year
and returned kicks.
Again, NAU has an All-American kick-
ing candidate. Senior Kevin O'Leary
should be one of the top punters in the
nation. He has excellent hang time to go
with a 42.0 average, with the longest 61
yards against Weber State. Last year he
kicked a 50 yard field goal against
Montana State.
A rare blend of power and speed
make senior defensive back Rayna
Stewart (5-11, 195) a hot commodity.
Stewart is not only one of the best cover
corners, but an excellent run supporter
who could go in the 1996 NFL draft. He
was picked by his teammates and coaches
as the ‘Jacks’ most improved player. A
good scholar-athlete at Chatsworth,
California. Axman also returns several all-
conference candidates, starting with line-
backer Stacey Ellis (5-11, 210) one of the
top inside backers in the Big Sky. The
tough senior started 11 games last year
and landed Big Sky post-season honors.
Junior tailback Brian Galbreath (5-10,
170) is just 194 yards shy of cracking into
the top 10 NAU career rushing ranks.
The former Phoenix Cortez standout (see
photo) was the ‘Jacks’ second leading
rusher with 490 yards, averaging 5.3
yards and scoring six rushing touchdowns.
He caught two TD passes. Speed and
quickness are his attributes. In a 1991
high school game against Scottsdale
Arcadia, Galbreath rushed for 353 yards
and scored four TDs.
At tight end, NAU has a pro type
receiver in 6-5, 240-pound Mason Hess
out of Phoenix Thunderbird. One of the
best senior athletes on campus, Hess
throws the shot put for the track team
and has won the intramural slam dunk
contest twice. Last fall he caught 28 pass-
es for 295 yards, averaging 10.5 yards
per catch.
Defensive end Kevin Kolkman (6-3,
230) is another post-season candidate.
One of the most intense players on the
field, Kolkman switched from linebacker
to defensive end. The former Mesa
Westwood star is also feared on special
teams. He registered 10 tackles against
Boise State. Former Flagstaff all-stater
Ben Petrucci (6-2, 258) lines up next to
Kolkman at defensive tackle. Both these
quality players are juniors.
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HONORING ARIZONA'S BEST HIGH SCHOOL LINEMAN
1994. Matt Griffith, Mesa (NG) 1965 ill Dawson, Tucson (T) jr.
1993...... Todd Thompson, Tucson Sahuaro (DL) 1964 ichard Griffin, Mesa Westwood (OT)
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1991. ‘illie Walker, Tucson Desert View (DL) 1962 TIE) Gary Swift, Scottsdale Arcadia (T)
1990...... Grady Stretz, Tempe McClintock (DL) a . Bob Bertelsen, Scottsdale Arcadia (T)
1989. Mike ‘a, Tucson Sahuaro (OT) 1961.. en Thorn, Phoenix St. Mary's (C)
1988 . Ipock, Peoria (OT) 196¢ Ted Lawrence, South Mountain (G)
1987...... Richard Griffith, Tucson Catalina (DL) 1959 Dennis Couse, Tucson (T)
1986...... Tim Landers, Round Valley (DT) 5 stacey Ostland, South Mountain (C)
1985...... Gary Pay, Glendale Apollo (OT) ayne Magnusson, Phoenix West (G)
1984...... Vincent Byrd, Eloy Santa Cruz (DT) John Vucichevich, Miami (C)
1983...... Steve Spurling, Scottsdale Horizon (C) Sumner Smith, Phoenix Union (T)
198. | 2y (DT / Al Carr, Phoenix Union (G)
1981. é Dick Nordmeyer, Tucson (DT)
1980 . Tom Briehl, Phoen: orard (T) Guy Barrickman, Tucson (T)
Dave Wood, Phoer hington (DL) Robert Green, Phoenix Carver (T) jr.
Doug Kellerme cottsdale Coronado (DL) Glenn Bowers, Mesa (G)
Marty Van Gorder, Chandler (C) 1949...... Phil Russell, Phoenix St. Mary's (T)
cl , Phoenix Maryvale (DL) 1948 Roy Alba, Phoenix Union (G)
Phil Hedrick, Phoenix Maryvale (T) 4 Bill Workman, Mesa (C)
Jimmy Moore, Tempe M »s de Niza (DL) Bill Penny, Yuma (T)
Jon Abbott, Phoen ntral (T) Joe Kelley, Tucson (T)
Keith Sobraske, Scottsdale Coronado (T)
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QB...Ryan Kealy, Phoenix St. Mary's, 6-2, 195
QB...Jonathan Beasley, Glendale Cactus, 6-2, 205
HB...Mike Brown, Scottsdale Saguaro, 5-10, 188
HB...Keith Brown, Mountain Pointe, 5-11, 205
FB ...Mark Polchow, Tempe McClintock, 6-2, 215
OC ..Richard Barker, Independence, 6-1, 240
OL...Joe Perez, Phoenix Trevor Browne, 6-3, 270
OL...Deryck Miller, Peoria, 6-1, 271
WR ..Justin Taplin, Tempe, 6-0, 175 (jr)
WR..Aaron Jones, Casa Grande, 6-0, 175
WR ..DeRonn Finley, Marcos de Niza, 5-8, 170
WR ..Tariq McDonald, Phoenix St. Mary's, 6-1, 175
TE ...Jason Moore, Scottsdale Horizon, 6-6, 225
TE ...Cauley Clark, Mesa Dobson, 6-2, 212
LB ...Stephen Trejo, Casa Grande, 6-3, 245
LB. ...Nifty Wilson, Boys Ranch, 6-3, 203
DL...Chris Watkins, Gilbert Highland, 6-4, 265
DB...Derrick Wheaton, McClintock, 6-2, 175
DB...Eric Guyton, Mountain Pointe, 5-10, 190
DB...Adam Archuleta, Chandler, 6-0, 180
DB...Tony Walker, Peoria, 5-10, 174
RS ...Jamal Garland, Glendale Ironwood, 5-10, 175
PK ...Jim Sanson, Phoenix St. Mary's, 5-10, 175
In 1994, Mike Brown rushed for 1,431 yards, PK ...Mike Gauthier, Mesa Dobson, 5-10, 165
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Jonathan Beasley, Cactus, 6-2, 205
John Bolton, Queen Creek, 6-4, 185
Mark Brooks, Greenway, 6-0, 165
Gene Garcia, Westview, 6-0, 185
Ryan Kealy, St. Mary's, 6-2, 195
Ryan Leyba, Marcos de Niza, 6-1, 195
Todd Mortensen, Tempe, 6-4, 200 (jr)
Tom Pace, Mesa, 5-11, 190
Chris Pickering, Deer Valley, 6-1, 175 (jr)
Toby Rade, Centennial, 6-2, 172
Ryan Smith, Saguaro, 6-3, 193
running backs
Quinten Bunley, Glendale, 5-9, 180
Keith Brown, Mountain Pointe, 5-11, 205
Mike Brown, Saguaro, 5-10, 188
Corey Cabell, Boys Ranch, 5-8, 175
Roberto Cotto, Sunnyslope, 5-11, 170
Ken Cotton, Camelback, 6-1, 205
Jamal Garland, Ironwood, 5-10, 175
John Harris, Westwood, 5-9, 170
dustin Hawley, Queen Creek, 6-0, 185
Adrian Heath, SCA, 5-10, 180
dacori Jacobs, Marcos de Niza, 5-7, 190
Rashidi Johnson, Dobson, 6-0, 205
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Gene Garcia
Westview
Ryan Smith
Saguaro
Mike Mantle, Coronado, 5-10, 185 (jr)
Bud Norman, Tolleson, 5-10, 180
Andy Pattison, Valley Christian, 5-8, 200
Josh Peterson, Westview, 6-0, 185 (jr)
Mark Polchow, McClintock, 6-2, 215
Dom Ramella, Bourgade, 5-9, 185
Gabe Rojas, Gilbert, 5-10, 165
Simon Romero, North, 5-9, 180
John Sanders; Thunderbird, 5-10, 165
Johnny Smith, Central, 5-9, 197
Jason Stevens, Red Mtn., 5-10, 200 (jr)
Ronnie Watkins, Centennial, 5-11, 172
Shawn Watson, Cortez, 5-10, 180
Marcus Williams, Trevor Browne, 5-8, 180
Paul Xourafas, Peoria, 6-2, 205
receivers
Brian Brotemarkle, Mt. View, 6-1, 170
Marcus Brunson, Marcos de Niza, 6-2, 172
Cauley Clark, Dobson, 6-2, 212
Dallas Ence, Queen Creek, 6-2, 180
DeRonn Finley, Marcos de Niza, 5-8, 170
dake Fritz, Ironwood, 6-3, 190
Robert Gray, Trevor Browne, 5-11, 175
Laylon Hester, Gilbert, 6-0, 200
Aaron Jones, Casa Grande, 6-0, 175
Mike Lindsley, Saguaro, 6-2, 190
Tariq McDonald, St. Mary's, 6-1, 175
Kyle McEuen, Casa Grande, 5-9, 170
Jason Moore, Horizon, 6-6, 225
Mike Pekrul, Mesa, 6-2, 190
Eric Regalado, Carl Hayden, 6-2, 205 (jr)
Damian Segovia, Greenway, 6-0, 168
dustin Taplin, Tempe, 6-0, 175 (jr)
David Tefteller, Phoenix Christian, 6-2, 190
Quincy Yancy, Ironwood, 6-7, 225
Neil Walker, Peoria, 5-10, 169
Brian Woiwod, Apollo, 5-8, 160
centers
Richard Barker, Independence, 6-1, 240
Andrew Gonzales, St. Mary's, 6-0, 225
Samuel Goodwin, Casa Grande, 6-0, 230
Chris Hann, Cactus, 6-3, 253 (jr)
Mark Heinze, Seton Catholic, 5-10, 180
Mike Johnson, Centennial, 6-0, 255
Eric Landwehr, Chandler, 6-0, 205
Nathan McClelland, McClintock, 6-2, 250
Eric Salazar, Carl Hayden, 6-0, 205
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Troy Stimbert, Coronado, 6-2, 230
James Valadez, Camelback, 5-8, 180
linemen
Jason Asbury, Cortez, 6-0, 200
Nick Bogle, Mountain View, 6-2, 225 (jr)
Bryce Berry, Washington, 6-2, 225
Obediah Breer, Boys Ranch, 5-10, 220
Jeremy Brewer, Ironwood, 6-5, 220
Brian Bridgeman, Phx Christian, 6-2, 270
Trent Brome, Corona del Sol, 5-11, 210
Chad Brun, Deer Valley, 6-0, 230
Aaron Dave, Tempe, 6-2, 240
Ryan Del Noce, Arcadia, 6-4, 245 (jr)
Salvadore Favala, South, 6-1, 245
David Floyd, Centennial, 6-4, 240
John Geigley, North Canyon, 6-2, 204
Andre Guerra, St. Mary's, 5-10, 210
Josh Haisten, Valley Christian, 6-5, 220 (jr)
Craig Hansen, Apollo, 5-9, 230
Rob Hardesty, NWCC, 6-4, 230
Nick Harris, Westview, 6-4, 240
David Henson, Cactus, 6-6, 268 (jr)
dim Hill, St. Mary's, 5-10, 205
Brendan Hines, Marcos de Niza, 6-1, 210
J.R. Jasperson, NWCC, 6-2, 225
Robert Lopez, Maryvale, 5-11, 200
Deryck Miller, Peoria, 6-1, 271
Gabe Montesano, Coronado, 6-2, 225
Gabriel Napolean, Peoria, 6-1, 220
Joe Perez, Trevor Browne, 6-3, 270
Mark Porcella, Mountain Pointe, 6-3, 220
Spencer Ray, Westwood, 6-4, 225
Martin Redmond, Mt. Pointe, 6-0, 225
Ricthie Romo, Agua Fria, 5-9, 175
Andy Schmidlen, Cactus, 6-2, 222
Troy Sheets, Apollo, 6-2, 192
Steve Sylvester, Westwood, 6-3, 220
Joe Torres, Maryvale, 6-0, 240
Jon Troutman, Saguaro, 6-4, 220
Chris Watkins, Highland, 6-4, 265
Chris Wright, Arizona Lutheran, 6-0, 238
linebackers
Alex Aguirre, Agua Fria, 6-2, 215
Sauguan Albertie, Casa Grande, 6-1, 210
Gilbert Aldana, South Mountain, 6-2, 252
Tamar Armstrong, Boys Ranch, 6-1, 210
Brian Belles, St. Mary's, 5-9, 175
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Chris Blanton, Carl Hayden, 5-10, 210
Dominic Brunetti, Peoria, 6-1, 208
Phil Buckley, Paradise Valley, 6-0, 185
Jamie Capilla, Trevor Browne, 5-10, 185
Matt Carreon, Marcos de Niza, 5-10, 195
Santino Colosimo, Washington, 6-1, 180
Shaun Edwards, Arcadia, 5-10, 185
Gavin Engle, Saguaro, 6-3, 188
Robert Espinoza, Cortez, 6-1, 205
John Geigley, North Canyon, 6-2, 204
Brian Gerrity, Fountain Hills, 6-2, 210
Faraja Greathouse, Maryvale, 6-1, 215
Matt Greene, Wickenburg, 6-0, 200 (jr)
David Hageman, Brophy Prep, 6-2, 220
Steve Hannant, Saguaro, 6-1, 227
Chris Hickson, McClintock, 6-2, 205 (jr)
Zeke Hodan, Thunderbird, 6-2, 190 (jr)
Kyle Kosier, Cactus, 6-5, 210 (jr)
Blake Longacre, Red Mountain, 5-10, 175
Dave Lembo, Mesa, 5-9, 200
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Antoine Logan, Alhambra, 5-9, 165
Dan Lopez, Ironwood, 6-0, 205 (jr)
Tony Mallaro, Deer Valley, 6-1, 210
Paris Moore, North, 5-8, 178
Brent Passey, Westwood, 6-2, 200
Raymond Perryman, Central, 6-0, 181 (jr)
Jason Rainey, Camelback, 6-0, 185
Brad Rekuc, Mountain Pointe, 6-2, 195
Dan Sorenson, Deer Valley, 6-3, 215
Phillip Stafford, Trevor Browne, 6-3, 200
Zach Storrs, Chaparral, 6-1, 215
Stephen Trejo, Casa Grande, 6-3, 245
John Westra, Red Mountain, 6-5, 220 (jr)
Art Wiedoff, Glendale, 6-3, 180
Nifty Wilson, Boys Ranch, 6-3, 203
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Bo Gonzalez, Gila Bend, 5-10, 160
Eric Guyton, Mountain Pointe, 5-10, 190
Grif Hiatt, Mountain View, 6-0, 165
Scott Howard, Chandler, 6-4, 185
Bryan Johnson, Chaparral, 5-10, 170
Chinyelu Martin, Moon Valley, 5-11, 187
Matt McDermott, Brophy Prep, 5-11, 170
Myron McGruder, North, 6-2, 190
Jeremy Pennington, Indepen., 5-10, 165
Brent Slade, Highland, 6-1, 175
Casey Tornberg, Cactus, 5-10, 160
Tony Walker, Peoria, 5-10, 174
Derrick Wheaton, McClintock, 6-2, 175
dames Wickes, North Canyon, 6-1, 157
kickers
Tyler Breskin, Tempe, 5-10, 180
Don Gallardo, Cactus, 6-4, 190
Mike Gauthier, Dobson, 5-10, 165
Mike Lindsley, Saguaro, 6-2, 190
Jeremy Maggard, Trevor Browne, 6-0, 170
Aaron Moore, Westview, 6-1, 185 (jr)
Wesley Pentecost, Trevor Browne, 6-1, 160
Ryan Reed, Deer Valley, 5-11, 160
Nate Rojas, Alhambra, 5-7, 155
dim Sanson, St. Mary's, 5-10, 175
Brian Sellier, Mountain Pointe, 6-1, 180
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So far, St. Mary’s quarterback Ryan Kealy has completed 60% of his passes for 3,668 yards and 42 touchdowns. But
not on this play (Amy Blodgett photo).
= BARRY SOLLENBERGER’S
St. Mary’s Easy Preseason Pick
It was the year of the running back in
Arizona high school football. Five backs —
a state record for a single season — rushed
for 2,000-plus yards. Now the baton is
passed to the quarterbacks. Arizona is
loaded with quality signal callers, and
many reside in Phoenix.
St. Mary's gets the top team billing,
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major reason. Last year he passed for
1,741 yards and 20 touchdowns for the
state 5A runnerup.
Teammate Jim Sanson, rated the
region's top kicker, booted 47 extra
points and 12 field goals, the longest reg-
istering 58 yards.
Ironically, another strong position in
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5A DESERT VALLEY
. Phoenix St. Mary's (12-2)
. Phoenix Brophy Prep (7-4)
. Deer Valley (3-8)
. Scottsdale Horizon (11-3)
. North Canyon (5-5)
. Yuma Kofa (6-4)
. Shadow Mountain (0-10)
NODOBRWNHE
Last year, ST. MARY'S won its fifth
straight region crown, beat several out-
standing teams in the playoffs, and
pushed a very impressive Scottsdale
Horizon club to the limit in the 5A title
game. The Knights fell to the Huskies,
16-14, in the final seconds. "Short of
being 30 seconds too long, it was a great
season," said Pat Farrell after his team
finished 12-2. "I was very proud of the
progress our team made and the poise we
played with."
Farrell would like to finish this season
with a win. So would all-state QB Ryan
Kealy (6-2, 195), who has completed
60% of his passes for 3,668 yards and
42 touchdowns as a Knight. He's been
intercepted only 12 times, just three last
year. Wide receiver Tariq McDonald (6-1,
175) caught 24 passes for 399 yards,
four TDs. Kicker Jim Sanson (5-10, 175)
has booted 88 PATs and 16 field goals,
with long ones of 58, 51, 49 and 48
yards. He also plays wingback and starts
in the secondary. Center Andrew
Gonzales (6-0, 225), guard Jim Hill (5-10,
205) and tackle Andre Guerra (5-10,
210) are tested. Little Brian Belles (5-9,
175) is a hard-nosed linebacker. Backer
Charlie O'Malley, halfback Frank Stubbs,
tight end Greg Fahrendorf and receiver
Ray Pacheco ~ all seniors — have played.
Predicting how BROPHY PREP will
fare is not as easy. The Broncos lost four
key starters in the off-season, for various
reasons. Still, Tim Sanford returns six
starters on defense and three on offense.
Best player from that 7-4 club might be
linebacker Dave Hageman (6-2, 220,
4.8), a good two-way player who can also
play fullback. Defensive back Matt
McDermott (5-10, 170, 4.9) is another
good one. Dave Bonsall (5-10, 170) and
Chris Park (6-0, 160) are returning skill
players. Brophy's hopes reside in the
trenches. Seniors Hank Gries (6-0, 230),
Ed Clattenberg (5-10, 200) and Noah
BARRY SOLLENBERGER’S
Van Hook (6-2, 215), along with juniors
Bryan Kula (6-3, 270) and Josh France
(6-5, 220) have lettered. So have line-
backers Carter Benton (5-10, 215) and
Mike Derksen (5-10, 205), two more
juniors. Upcoming players from a near-
perfect JV squad include Tom Wurtz,
Mike Vital, Ryan Dilandri, Bret Collins,
Jay Chapman and Bob Koehler.
Although DEER VALLEY finished 3-
8, they managed to back into the play-
offs. Bad luck and injuries jumped on the
Skyhawks’ back at every turn. Potentially,
the school's best group of linemen return,
along with a quality quarterback and kick-
er, both juniors. The QB is Chris
Pickering (6-1, 175), who completed 54%
of his passes last year. Kicker Ryan Reed
(5-11, 160), the backup QB, booted a 44
yard field goal. Up front, Chad Brun (6-0,
230), Dane Sorenson (6-3, 215), Duane
Bell (6-2, 250) and Tony Mallaro (6-1,
210) could be all-region picks. Mallaro,
with 4.8 speed, plays tight end and line-
backer. Bill Paul (5-8, 160) and junior
Travis Brun (6-1, 185) are good skill play-
ers.
It was a roller coaster season at
HORIZON, to say the least. Lots of ups
and down, but mostly ups. It ended with
an 11-3 record and the state 5A champi-
onship, won by way of a last-second tri-
umph over St. Mary's at Sun Devil
Stadium. But what a difference a year
makes. Graduation took 35 of the 45
players. Only one key player returns, but
he's a good one. That’s big Jason Moore
(6-6, 225), the Huskies best bet for post-
season honors. He caught only six pass-
es, but averaged 23 yards per catch. In
backup roles, Ryan Amanati (5-7, 185)
and Sam Patterson (5-9, 175) scored two
touchdowns each. Lance McCollum (5-
10, 220) is a starting guard. Receivers
Jay Sitzman (6-1, 160) and James
Denning (6-0, 185) give Horizon a threat
on the flanks. The Huskies open in early
September at Mesa.
Progress is the name of the game at
NORTH CANYON, which batted .500
in Tom Wheatley's second year. Six
returning Rattlers earned all-region votes,
with safety Jamas Wickes (6-1, 157) and
linebacker John Geigley (6-2, 204) gain-
ing the most. Aaron Rawls, Brian
Baumener and Chaz Collins join Wickes
to give Canyon a solid secondary. Tough
Aaron Cline plays guard on offense, line-
backer on defense.
Winless SHADOW MOUNTAIN
played few seniors, and it showed. Last
year they gave up 34.3 points per game.
Still, the experience gained by underclass-
5A Top 20
. St. Mary’s Knights
. Dobson Mustangs
. Mountain Pointe Pride
. Chandler Wolves
. Trevor Browne Bruins
. Mesa Jackrabbits
. Marcos de Niza Padres
. McClintock Chargers
. Westwood Warriors
. Brophy Prep Broncos
. Mountain View Toros
. Casa Grande Cougars
. Camelback Spartans
. Red Mountain Mt. Lions
. South Mountain Jaguars
. Highland Hawks
. Corona del Sol Aztecs
. Maryvale Panthers
. Deer Valley Skyhawks
. Horizon Huskies
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men like P.J. Leon (5-11, 192) and Ryan
Winn (6-0, 154), good two-way players,
should help soon. Backs Tyler Daniel (6-
1, 165) and Steve Olson (5-9, 183),
along with tackles Ricky Borunda (5-11,
205) and David Gutierrez (6-1, 238) let-
tered as sophomores. Hal Piguish, a long-
time assistant at Mesa Dobson, takes over
for the Matadors. He was also head track
coach for eight years. Dobson won the
‘91 state crown under Piguish.
At YUMA KOFA, the Kings have two
of the region’s best players in junior line-
backer Tyler Neinast (6-2, 220), and
quarterback Ryan Dhu (6-2, 190), who
passed for 1,273 yards and 12 TDs for a
6-4 club.
5A CENTRAL
1. Tempe Mountain Pointe (6-4)
2. Chandler (8-3)
3. Tempe Marcos de Niza (5-5)
4. Tempe McClintock (3-7)
5. Casa Grande (9-3)
6. Tempe Corona del Sol (4-6)
7. Yuma (1-9)
Karl Kiefer, who doubles as the boys
phoenix football ‘95
track & field coach at MOUNTAIN
POINTE, is the winningest prep football
coach in Arizona history. In the Pride's
third varsity year, his young tracksters
blazed to the 5A state championship,
thanks in part to a collection of speedy
football players who helped form two
state championship relay teams. “In foot-
ball we were close but no cigar,” says
Kiefer, who is 237-86-3 in his high
school coaching career. "This could be
our best year yet," he adds. "The building
of the tradition continues, and it started in
track."
Eric Guyton, Keith Brown and Roger
Copeland ran on the Pointe's speedy
(42.23, 3:20.75) relay teams. Copeland
has graduated, but Guyton (5-10, 190)
and Brown (5-11, 205) are two of the
best skill players in the region, if not the
state. Both run 40 yards in 4.5 seconds
and never leave the field. Mark Porcella
(6-3, 220), Jason Clear (6-4, 250), Martin
Redmond (6-0, 225), Jared Hayden (5-
11, 220), Eric Figueroa (6-0, 260) and
Matt Takacs (6-3, 215), a junior center,
give The Pointe more size and speed than
normal. Quarterback Brian Sellier (6-1,
180, 4.6) is also the club's kicker. He
missed only one PAT and made three
field goals. Brad Rekuc (6-2, 195) and
Rashaad Williams (6-4, 180) are solid
tight ends. Jacob Saucedo (5-11, 165) is
a capable wideout. Brian Kelly (5-9, 180)
and T.J. Hughes (5-10, 190) give the
backfield depth. The Pride actually finished
7-3 on the field, but had to forfeit a 49-
21 win over Mesa Dobson. This year they
open at Mesa Mountain View.
Maybe CHANDLER turned the cor-
ner. In Jerry Loper's second season, the
Wolves finished 8-3 (best since 1984); a
playoff loss to Tucson Amphi ended it. "It
was a good season,” says Loper, 212-
102-10 in 30 years. "We still have much
to do." Loper thinks the Wolves are a
darkhorse, and he has three of the better
players in the region to back it up. All-
region deep back Adam Archuleta (6-0,
180) can go and go. He's a real work-
horse. Quarterback Scott Howard (6-4,
185) and center Eric Landwehr (6-0, 205)
are key players in the wishbone. Tom
Sherman (6-1, 220) and Justin Davis (6-
0, 190) are the guards. Amondo Perez
(5-10, 200) and Ty Edmondson (5-11,
220) are tackles. Casey Johnston (6-4,
205) is a capable tight end. If Howard
goes down, Loper has Paul Cox and
Blake Wood waiting in the wings. Cox
and Jason Holmes also roam the sec-
ondary. Tough Alex Ashlin is a good
defensive end. Junior linebacker Anthony
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Stevenson and junior kicker Dantae
Buscaqlia should contribute.
The injury bug and a tough early sea-
son schedule could get MARCOS DE
NIZA off to a slow start. But if talented
signal caller Ryan Leyba (6-1, 195) gets
healthy, the Padres could pull a surprise
or two. Last year he passed for 1,700
yards and 14 touchdowns, his longest a
99-yarder to DeRonn Finley. Finley (5-8,
170, 4.4) caught 47 passes for 793
yards. Halfback Jacori Jacobs (5-7, 190,
4.6), one of the state's strongest players,
rushed for 1,077 yards. Marcus Brunson
(6-2, 172, 4.4), the other wide receiver, is
the state's fastest player. Last year he won
the 5A 200-meter dash in 21.48 sec-
onds, and clocked 10.74 for the 100.
Linebacker Matt Carreon (5-10, 195) was
the Padres’ leading tackler. He averaged
5.0 yards per carry as a fullback. Brendan
Hines (6-1, 210) and John Hauptman (6-
0, 205) are starting guards. Brian Gerlach
(6-0, 170), the backup quarterback, is the
starting safety. Phil Wilson (6-2, 246) and
Pat Nelson (6-1, 230) are returning tack-
les. Josh Bolen (6-0, 184), one of several
talented juniors up from the 7-2 junior
varsity, could start at center or linebacker.
Kicker Andy Meja is the lone sophomore
on the team.
It was a frustrating year at
McCLINTOCK, where close losses in
several games finished off the Chargers.
Coach Dennis Johnson and his staff plan
to turn that around. "We're much stronger
on the line, both sides of it," says
Johnson, who just might have the state's
best player, two-way back Derrick
Wheaton (6-2, 175, 4.5). The younger
BUICK & GMC TRUCK
brother of University of Oregon star Ken
Wheaton, Derrick might be one of the
state's best all-round athletes. He's also
rated a top basketball prospect. Although
roaming the secondary is his forte, watch
for Wheaton to carry the ball more, with
big fullback Mark Polchow (6-2, 215)
leading the way. Derrick is also the team's
punter. Center Nathan McClelland (6-2,
250) anchors the Chargers’ line. Guard
Simon Sheard (6-1, 235) is right next
door. Junior Frank Linden (6-2, 175) is
the club's quarterback. Junior Chris
Hickson (6-2, 205) joins Polchow to give
McClintock one of the region's top line-
backing corps. Little Jeff Venegas (5-7,
150) is a sure-handed receiver.
CASA GRANDE lost a 40-37 quar-
terfinal game to Peoria in its last contest
in the 4A ranks. This fall the Cougars
move up. Two of the best players from
that 9-3 unit are back, WR Aaron Jones
and FB/LB Stephen Trejo. Jones, a 6-8
high jumper, caught 57 passes for 1,024
yards. He's also the team's punter.
Defensively, Trejo helped with 80 tackles,
eight sacks, two fumbles and two inter-
ceptions. From the backfield he caught
26 passes for 494 yards and four TDs.
He also rushed for 606 yards and scored
10 more times. Speedy Kyle McEuen is a
good receiver. Junior Richard Dill is a
small (5-7, 160) but dangerous running
back. Junior Scott Lenderman and senior
Samuel Goodwin are 230-pound linemen.
Goodwin is the Cougars’ center. Sauguan
Albertie joins Trejo at linebacker.
Improved speed and better depth
make for a bright forecast at CORONA
DEL SOL, if the pieces fall into place.
MESA AZ
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phoenix football ‘95
Coach Gary Ventura has more than 20
lettermen to work with, starting with two-
way guard Trent Brome (5-11, 210).
Little Shawn Hochuli (5-9, 160) is the
Aztecs' quarterback. Linemen like Oliver
Hirsch (6-0, 200), Wes Latecki (6-2,
210), Bryan Weber (5-10, 190) and
young Alex McCain (6-3, 210) should
make his job easier. James Davis (6-0,
180) is a capable receiver and the team's
icker.
YUMA, last in the region, still has the
astest back around, not to mention one
of the best. He's Dempsey Dees (5-11,
175), the top college prospect in town.
With 4.5 speed he rushed for 1,200
yards, played in the secondary and led the
team in return yardage.
5A EAST VALLEY
. Mesa Dobson (7-5)
. Mesa (11-1)
. Mesa Westwood (7-4)
. Mesa Mountain View (9-3)
. Mesa Red Mountain (3-7)
. Gilbert Highland (12-1)
. Yuma Cibola (5-5)
NAOHBWNH
Last year was typical DOBSON. Slow
start, fast finish. Coach Mike Clark's
Mustangs opened with a 49-21 loss to a
team which didn't even make the playoffs.
But nine weeks later the Mustangs were
playoff-bound. It ended with a 21-9 loss
to South Mountain in the quarterfinals.
Twenty players return, with speed a pre-
mium. The kicking game is strong as
always. Senior Mike Gauthier (5-10, 165,
8 FGs) will see to that. He's one of the
city's best. Punter Cory Simmons (6-0,
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160) averaged 35.0 yards per boot. Big
tight end Cauley Clark has size (6-2, 212)
and speed (4.7) to play at a higher level.
He averaged 12.0 yards per catch.
Tailback Rashidi Johnson (6-0, 205, 4.6),
who averaged 6.2 yards in a backup role,
gets his chance to start. Senior Billy
Harmon (5-10, 170) steps in at quarter-
back. Ryan Gray (6-2, 200) and Kyle
Withers (6-0, 205) are starting guards.
Big Ryan Dohrendorf (6-3, 240) is a
good two-way tackle. Opponents will face
the likes of Shegun Cummings-John (6-1,
180, 4.6), Cody Eslick (6-1, 190, 4.8)
and junior Jabari Johnson (6-0, 190, 4.6)
in the secondary. Still, Dobson needs to
pick up the pace early. This year a slow
start could spell doom.
The season ended sooner than MESA
wanted, with a 24-14 loss to St. Mary's in
the quarterfinals. That left the Jackrabbits
with an 11-1 mark. The junior varsity fin-
ished 8-0, and that group will have to
step up, since only nine players return to
Bill McKane's varsity. Graduation cleaned
out the locker room. Only one offensive
starter, QB Tom Pace (5-11, 190, 4.6),
returns. He completed 62% of his passes
and rushed for 700 yards. He, along with
linebackers Dave Lembo (5-9, 200) and
Mike Pekrul (6-2, 190), started on
defense. Pace played in the secondary.
The coaches feel that center Nathan Blair
(6-2, 230) and tackle James Moore (6-0,
265) are potential stars. The same goes
for tackle Ryan Huber (6-0, 265). Since
Pace runs so well he might see action at
tailback. If so, Nate Cooley (5-10, 165)
could fill in at quarterback. Linemen like
Jesus Santana (6-1, 240) and David
McKane (6-2, 205, jr) give the ‘Rabbits
depth. But like all Mesa teams, the skill
players are top-notch. This year's edition
includes Isaac Johnson, Star Aholelei,
Mike Kelly, Blake Moody, Scott Glover,
dared Bacon and Phil Yanex, seniors all.
Juniors waiting in the wings include
Dawud Austin, Will Byrd, Nicky Gates
and Mike Ross, to name a few.
Facing all four Mesa schools in a row
will be a tough test for WESTWOOD,
but Curt Palmer feels up to the task. "We
need to stay away from injuries, have
good team chemistry, and some luck,”
pleads the Warriors’ coach, whose 7-4
club lost a playoff game to St. Mary's on
a 58-yard field goal. If they stay healthy,
look for running back John Harris (5-9,
170), linebacker Brent Passey (6-2, 200),
and tackles Spencer Ray (6-4, 225) and
Steve Sylvester (6-3, 220) to land post-
season honors. Aaron Blanch, Josh
Frazier, Greg Mendez, Paul Navarette,
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Kent Nielson, Brandon Radeff, Jason
Ricedorff and James Sanders are poten-
tial all-league players.
It's still a Texas flavor at MOUNTAIN
VIEW, where newcomer Bernie Busken
replaces Jesse Parker, who left to coach
in Texarkana, Texas. Last year Busken
was the head coach at Brazoswood High
in Clute, Texas. Parker leaves behind a
184-43-2 record and four state champi-
onships at the Mesa school. Busken
comes in with a 70-72 mark in the pro-
fession, which also includes stints in
Oklahoma and New Mexico. Last year,
the Toros finished 9-3 after falling to
Horizon in the playoffs. Fifteen lettermen
return. They gave up only two second
half TDs all season. But few starters, little
size and average speed greet the new
coach. The junior class might have the
best player, two-way tackle Nick Bogle (6-
2, 225), while senior defensive back Grif
Hiatt (6-0, 165) is a potential starter at
quarterback. Wideout Brian Brotemarkle
(6-1, 170, 4.6) averaged 14.2 yards per
catch. Brock Hendershott (6-0, 200),
Michael Aguirre (6-0, 185) and Mark
Mabry (5-11, 180) are three good line-
backers. On offense, Hendershott is the
Toros' fullback. Tackle Ryan Olsen (6-0,
205) is a good blocker.
Even though RED MOUNTAIN won
only three games, the Lions’ coaching
staff is upbeat. "We lost several close
games and nine starters along the way,”
says Jim Jones. "We expect to make the
playoffs this time." Forced into action,
junior fullback Jason Stevens (5-10, 200,
4.9) averaged 5.6 yards per carry. He
also plays defensive tackle. With Blake
Longacre (5-10, 175), Junior London (5-
10, 185) and John Westra (6-5, 220)
healthy, Jones and his staff have a good
collection of linebackers. With his size and
good hands, Westra is a big target as a
tight end, also. Look for junior Eric Locke
(5-10, 170) to start at quarterback. Little
Danny Alexander (5-9, 175) is a capable
receiver. Junior Eric Sanchez (6-0, 210) is
a good two-way lineman.
The staff at HIGHLAND will miss the
seniors who helped build a 19-4-0 foun-
dation at the new Gilbert school. Coach
Mike Epperson's 12-1 club dropped a 14-
13 heartbreaker to co-champ Peoria in
the 4A semis. "We had a great run at it,”
says Epperson, who takes his Hawks into
the 5A wars. "We've gotten off to a good
start out here. We feel like we have some
quality players returning; they're just
unproven. It will take us a couple of
games in the new league to get started."
With senior Chris Watkins (6-4, 265,
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4.9) in the lineup, Highland has one of
the best linemen in the state. He's one of
22 returning players. Deep back Brent
Slade (6-1, 175, 4.7) is another good
one. Junior fullback James Creason (6-0,
212, 4.7) averaged 7.5 yards per carry.
He also starts at linebacker. Frank
Swencki (6-0, 192) is the Hawks’ center.
He and Jason Gomez (5-11, 215) give
the team two good defensive ends. Jeff
Dodgson (5-10, 195) and Steve Stone (5-
11, 165) are two-way backs. Dodgson
can play linebacker. Stone is just a junior.
YUMA CIBOLA returns two of that
city's best in wide receiver Ben Olivas (5-
8, 175), also a good punter who aver-
aged 40.7 yards per kick, and back Matt
Pierce (6-0, 195). Underclassmen Jarrod
Haggard (6-2, 260) and Sam Jefferies (6-
1, 250) are big ones.
5A METRO
. Phoenix Trevor Browne (4-7)
. Phoenix Camelback (3-7)
. South Mountain (12-1)
. Phoenix Maryvale (9-3)
. Phoenix Carl Hayden (0-10)
. Phoenix Alhambra (4-5-1)
. Phoenix North (2-8)
. Phoenix Central (2-8)
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The young Bruins played well at
TREVOR BROWNE, but youth and
inexperience took its toll in the playoffs’
first round. Defense, a sound kicking
game and a key transfer brighten the
Bruins’ hopes. Place kicker Wesley
Pentecost (6-1, 160) and punter Jeremy
Maggard (6-0, 170) are good ones. Big
Joe Perez (6-3, 270) is one of the best
two-way linemen in the city. Newcomer
Marcus Williams (5-8, 180, 4.6) rushed
for 800-plus yards at Brophy Prep.
Tackle Randy Gross (6-0, 220) and guard
Ben Westover (6-0, 225) are new block-
ing buddies. Sam Clement (6-5, 220) is a
big tight end. With 4.6 speed, Robert
Gray (5-11, 175) makes a dangerous
wingback, and gives Trevor Browne more
speed. Phillip Stafford (6-3, 200) and
Jamie Capilla (5-10, 185) anchor an
improved defense. Senior QB Carvel
Whitfield (6-3, 185) runs the Bruins’
Wing-T. Since 1972, Mitton has won 161
games at the Phoenix school.
CAMELBACK was competitive in all
10 games last year, and, with a high num-
ber of returning lettermen (20), coach
Jon Turoczy has a good nucleus to work
with. Players like Jason Rainey (6-0, 185)
and Kenneth Cotton (6-1, 205) are all-
region material. Rainey as a linebacker,
Cotton a running back. Senior James
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Valdez (5-8, 180), juniors Gabriel Leadley
(5-10, 225) and Jeffrey Welch (6-3, 180)
start on the line. Eric Robison (6-2, 175)
and junior Richard Aquayo (5-11, 180)
are quarterback candidates. "We will
change from the wishbone to a pro attack
to allow the talents of these young ath-
letes to become more apparent,” says the
Spartans’ new mentor.
It looks like another young team with a
lot of potential at SOUTH MOUNTAIN.
Only 11 players from a near-perfect 12-1
club return. "We had a great season, but
fell short of our goal to win a state cham-
pionship," says Cleveland Dansby, whose
team lost to Horizon in the semifinals,
28-15. In the past two years the Jaguars
are 24-3-0, best in Arizona among 5A
schools. Usually loaded at the skill posi-
tions, this edition features linebacker
Gilbert Aldana (6-2, 252) and guard Sal
Favala (6-1, 245). Marcus Sydnor (6-1,
245) is another good backer. Daniel
Garcia (5-9, 240) returns at center.
Ramon Lopez (6-2, 250) starts at guard.
Speedy corner Jason Carr (5-9, 165, 4.6)
moves over to quarterback. The other
cornerback, senior Rashad White (5-11,
200, 4.5), is the quickest Jaguar in camp.
A solid line returns at MARYVALE,
where the Panthers advanced to the play-
offs’ second round for the first time since
1989. Tucson Amphi ended Maryvale's
run at 9-3 with a 17-6 beating. Ironically,
skill players are missing at a school which
has produced a ton. Today, two (Darren
Woodson & Phillippi Sparks) start in the
NEL. "Defensively, we will be better than
last year's crew if we can stay injury free,”
says Tom Bruney, the Panthers’ second-
year coach. Those key defenders include
the likes of end Joe Torres (6-0, 240),
and linebackers Robert Lopez (5-11, 200)
and Faraja Greathouse (6-1, 215), all-
region picks. Linemen Anthony Guzman
(5-11, 270), Marquiz Muldrow (6-1, 275)
and Miloh McKinnon (5-10, 245) form a
rugged forward wall. Now, if skill players
like Cory Walker, Jovanne Kirkendoll,
Kevin Gardner, Carlos Harris, Brian
Grimes and Ismael Acosta come through,
the Panthers could be in the hunt. Acosta
might be the team's quarterback.
In one year, Stuart Goldstein added 55
players to the CARL HAYDEN program,
and that still wasn't enough. The Falcons
haven't had a winning season in 24 years.
"We must keep working toward creating
an interest in football on campus,” says
Goldstein, who will field a predominate
junior team. "We have many obstacles to
overcome before we win." Still, the
Falcons have several top-flight players,
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phoenix football ‘95
CHARGED UP
David Given Ron Washington
McClintock came out of the blocks
fast. From the very first day, the new
kid on the block was a football power.
In 1965, the Chargers first varsity
squad compiled a 7-2 record. Since
that date, the Tempe school has won
72% of its games — one of the five best
winning percentages in the state.
Coached first by Karl Kiefer,
McClintock won three state football
crowns before he left in 1991 to coach
at the district's newest school, Mountain
Pointe. Today the Chargers are
coached by Dennis Johnson, a former
assistant to Kiefer.
Twenty years ago this fall, the
Chargers recorded their first undefeated
regular season. A 28-7 win over
Chandler assured them of a 10-0
starting with center Eric Salazar (6-0,
205), safety Moses Carpio (5-10, 155),
linebacker Chris Blanton (5-10, 210) and
junior tight end Eric Regalado (6-2, 205),
four who could start for any team in the
Metro Region. Tackle Rudy Guneia (5-9,
218) and guards Ulysses Sandoval (5-8,
230) and Miguel Perez (5-7, 195) can't do
it alone. They need help on the line.
Players like Stephan Pete and Clarence
Ferguson, two-way backs, must step for-
ward.
Another school with a new coach is
ALHAMBRA, which last won more
games than it lost in 1986. The Lions
ended with three straight wins to finish 4-
5-1. "This will be a very young team with
a lot of juniors and sophomores," says
first-year coach Frank Lautt. "But we
expect to make the playoffs." Still, seniors
are the key, and RB/LB Antoine Logan
(5-9, 165) and PK Nate Rojas (5-7, 155)
are the leaders of the class. Logan record-
ed four sacks, while Rojas has booted 40
consecutive PATs. Marvin Gulley (5-10,
165) is a two-way back. Lineman Billy
Medina (5-10, 215) and back Tamar
Johnson (5-8, 165) are juniors. As a
EI
record and the No. 1 ranking in the
state. This Charger club featured two
outstanding college prospects, free safe-
ty David Given (also the team's quarter-
back) and wide receiver Ronnie
Washington, a high school All-
American.
It was Given who helped beat
Marcos de Niza, 19-14, with a 100-
yard return of a pass interception.
Washington returned three punts — two
against Arcadia — for touchdowns, and
returned a kickoff 95 yards against
Scottsdale. Offensively, Given complet-
ed 53% of his passes for 1,533 yards.
In a major upset, Scottsdale Saguaro
knocked off the Chargers in the play-
off's first round, 15-14. Two weeks
later, Tucson Amphi beat Maryvale in
the finals. Both Given and Washington
later played at Arizona State, with
Washington having a short stint in the
pros.
The Chargers regrouped and even-
tually won three 5A crowns under
Kiefer. Today, entering the 1995 cam-
paign, McClintock is considered a con-
tender for league honors, this time
under Johnson.
The beat goes on.
backup quarterback, Johnson passed for
400 yards.
Improvement is the name of the game
at NORTH, also. Second-year coach
Gary Somo has three key players return-
ing: DB Myron McGruder (6-2, 190), RB
Simon Romero (5-9, 180), and LB Paris
Moore (5-8, 178). Ironically, Moore was
the team's leading rusher (416 yards).
Romero averaged 6.1 yards per carry.
Another linebacker, Albert Munsch (6-0,
190), is plenty capable. Two-way guard
Ronnie Royce (5-11, 190) is tough, but
needs a lot of help. Depth is the
Mustangs’ biggest weakness.
It's been more than a decade since
CENTRAL had a winning season, and
this year could be more of the same. Few
bodies have resulted in too few wins.
Fullback Johnny Smith (5-9, 197) and
junior linebacker Raymond Perryman (6-
0, 181) are also basketball players.
Seniors Ted Venetis (6-1, 245), Sean
LaGesse (5-9, 193) and junior Shane
Murphy (6-3, 187) join a small collection
of much needed linemen. Junior
Jermaine Baisey (5-9, 152), a speedy
wideout, also plays in the secondary.
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Independence receiver Angel Chavez, who will be converted to quarterback this season, juggles a pass against
archrival Glendale. The Patriots should be much improved in ‘95.
Saguaro’s ‘Cats Back on Track
As is the case with their counterparts
in Class 5A, this year's crop of 4A players
looks top-notch. Quality quarterbacks,
runners and defensive backs are every-
where. That shouldn't be surprising. In
the past decade, more football players
from Arizona's 4A ranks have landed col-
lege football scholarships than those from
larger 5A schools. And there's no ques-
tion several of our state's top skill position
players reside at the Valley of the Sun’s
4A level.
At Cactus High, quarterback Jonathan
Beasley - rated one of the nation's best -
passed for 2,566 yards and 28 touch-
downs last year.
New to the conference is Scottsdale
Saguaro, which drops down in classifica-
tion for the first time ever. Coach Tim
Beck returns a wealth of talent, including
two-way back Mike Brown, a 1,400-yard
rusher who set a school record with a
321-yard game against Phoenix North.
The Sabercats entrance into the West
Valley Region makes it possibly the
toughest 4A league in Arizona. For the
first time in history, no Scottsdale School
District school is in the state's largest
class. The opening of Desert Mountain
High dipped into Saguaro’'s enrollment.
4A WEST VALLEY
. Scottsdale Saguaro (8-3)
. Peoria (12-1-1)
. Peoria Centennial (5-5)
. Agua Fria (3-6-1)
. Tolleson (2-8)
. Bullhead City Mohave (1-8-1)
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Fortunes improved last year at
SCOTTSDALE SAGUARO, where the
Sabercats went from 2-8 to 8-3, capping
the season with the school's first playoff
berth since 1987. Quarterback Ryan
Smith (6-3, 193), running back Mike
Brown (5-10, 188) and linebacker Steve
Hannant (6-1, 227) were three of only
five juniors on the Scottsdale all-city team
—a team dominated by Horizon players.
Smith completed 86 of 172 passes (50%)
for 1,416 yards and 12 touchdowns. His
best game was against Trevor Browne,
when he passed for 304 yards and three
scores. Brown, who is also an excellent
defensive back, raced for 1,431 yards and
scored 15 touchdowns. In the secondary
he made 98 tackles, recovered two fum-
bles, intercepted two passes (one for a
TD) and ran down enemy runners for
touchdown-saving tackles. Despite missing
two games with injuries, Hannant had an
outstanding season, also. He was second
on the team in tackles (86), and added
four sacks and three interceptions to his
list of big plays. Receiver Mike Lindsey (6-
2, 190), lineman Jon Troutman (6-4,
220) and linebacker Gavin Engle (6-3,
188) also earned postseason honors.
Size, as well as speed, will be a strength.
Linemen like Bob Horbaczewski (6-4,
260), Brad Streich (6-5, 260), Mike
Winney (6-5, 239), Tom Alexander (6-2,
210), Matt Derr (6-0, 240), Darin Betts
(6-5, 214) and sophomore Brad Selby (6-
6, 275) mirror a college team. Juniors
Joe Dimarco (5-10, 210) and Chancellor
Barjona (5-11, 225) will see action in
backup roles. Seniors Frank Vairo, Brian
Berger and Spencer Brown, along with
underclassmen Nathan Wize and Ryan
Evans, add speed and talent to the skill
positions. Still, for the ‘Cats to prevail at
playoff time, the defense must be more
unyielding. Last year's three losses were
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BARRY SOLLENBERGER’S
whoppers: 55-7 to South Mountain, 62-8
to Horizon, 38-31 to Maryvale.
It's time to reload at PEORIA, one of
the state's premier football programs. The
college scouts grabbed up the Panthers’
three best prospects: tailback Tavon
Cooper (Colorado), receiver Kenny
Mitchell (Arizona State) and linebacker
Jeff Johnson (Washington). However,
more than 30 lettermen from a club that
tied Tucson Sahuaro in the finals return.
"We have a solid nucleus of defensive ath-
letes," says Doug Clapp, who has won
80% of his games, "Several newcomers
finally get their chance on offense. We
are excited about our potential.” Two all-
state players are back: OG Deryck Miller
(6-1, 271) and defensive back Tony
Walker (5-10, 174, 4.6), who intercepted
seven passes. Linebacker Dominic
Brunetti (6-1, 208, 4.7) started last year
at Brophy Prep. Running back Paul
Xourafas (6-2, 205, 4.6), a backup to
Cooper last year, finally gets his chance.
Wide receiver Neil Walker (5-10, 169,
4.6) averaged 27.3 yards per catch.
Receiver Chris Burrell (6-2, 178, 4.7) is a
good high hurdler. Tackle Gabriel
Napolean (6-1, 220) was an all-league
defender. Manuel Stevens (6-0, 243) was
third at the state wrestling championships
in the heavyweight competition. Junior
guard Joaquin Paramo (6-2, 218) switch-
es to tight end. Junior Jess Shuck (6-2,
245) starts at center. Seniors Aaron
Welch (5-11, 175) and Ralph Sanchez (6-
1, 194) will battle for the starting quarter-
back job. Sophs Brian (5-11, 176) and
Mike (5-11, 175) Wojtkowski are stars of
the future. Both started on the varsity
baseball team as freshmen.
"We should have the best team we've
put on the field in our school's brief histo-
ry," says Richard Taylor, head coach at
CENTENNIAL. Over 20 players return
from a 5-5 campaign, including do-every-
thing back Ronnie Watkins (5-11, 172,
4.6), who rushed for 1,261 yards on 210
carries. Fullback Bryan Hill (5-9, 214)
rushed for 465 yards. Quarterback Toby
Rade (6-2, 172) completed 52% of his
passes for 1,116 yards and 13 TD
strikes. Center Mike Johnson (6-0, 255)
is also the Coyotes’ kicker. He booted
three field goals. Big David Floyd (6-4,
240) is one of the best two-way tackles in
the league. He joins defensive ends
Richard Demarbiex (6-0, 185) and Arthur
Kipp (6-0, 180) to give Centennial a solid
front wall. Tyson Hintz, Chris Mondino,
Drew Brown, Paul Miller, Lara Knipp,
Ragelio Celaya, Jason Ayers, Steve Alger,
Josh Colby and juniors Shayne Swingle
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4A Top 20
. Saguaro Sabercats
. Cactus Cobras
. Peoria Panthers
. Ironwood Eagles
. Coronado Dons
. Centennial Coyotes
. Tempe Buffaloes
. Washington Rams
. Apollo Hawks
. Thunderbird Chiefs
. Westview Knights
. Independence Patriots
. Moon Valley Rockets
. Arcadia Titans
. Greenway Demons
. Agua Fria Owls
. Chaparral Firebirds
. Gilbert Tigers
. Sunnyslope Vikings
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depth to a potential playoff team.
Inexperience (zero returning starters)
spelled 3-6-1 at AGUA FRIA, and it
could be more of the same for Gary Cook
and his staff. Only nine lettermen return,
so lots of new players will step into the
fire. Still, AFHS has depth at linebacker
and a good corps of wide receivers.
Among the linebackers are seniors Alex
Aguirre (6-2, 215) and Ricthie Romo (5-
9, 175). Juniors Bryan Schafer and Chris
Limas are backups. P.J. DoVico (5-10,
150) and Jeff Snauley (6-1, 170) are the
pass catchers. Juniors Chris White and
Adam Hernandez wait in the wings.
David Gonzalez (6-0, 210) is the team's
center, Ramon Rodriguez (5-9, 155) a
good two-way back and junior Mike
Segovia (5-10, 205) is the punter. The
Owls will move away from last year's
option attack to a more balanced offense.
Twenty veteran players return at
TOLLESON, where the Wolves made
the best of a new staff and a killer sched-
ule. A big win over Agua Fria made the
season, but losses to playoff teams like
Peoria, Casa Grande, Coronado and
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Westview resulted in a 2-8 finish. Now
the outlook is bright, since the entire
backfield returns, on both sides of the
ball. Top prospect is Bud Norman (5-10,
180), a senior TB with 4.6 speed.
Norman averaged 4.6 yards per carry
with defenses keying on him. Ernie
Casillas (6-0, 170, 4.8) is back at QB,
and Jerome DeRouchey ( 6-3, 200) is a
good target at TE. Promising sophomore
DaRell Gilbert (5-7, 165, 4.7) doubles at
wideout and cornerback. Dan Grier (6-3,
210) is the club's best two-way lineman,
while junior Eric Guzman (6-0, 180) is a
good blocking back and middle backer.
Last year the junior varsity was winless,
but 13 sophomores played on the varsity.
Both quarterback Josh Ledlow (6-0,
175) and halfback Jeff Castillo (5-10,
175) rushed for 900 yards at MOHAVE,
but it wasn't enough to keep the
Thunderbirds out of the cellar. Kevin Reid
(6-3, 265) is a big target at tight end.
4A ARROWHEAD
1. Glendale Cactus (11-2)
2. Glendale Ironwood (7-4)
3. Tolleson Westview (10-2)
4. Lake Havasu (6-4)
5. Phoenix Goldwater (0-10)
Coach Larry Fetkenhier is two wins
shy of 100 at CACTUS, where the
Cobras return 23 players from an 11-2
club which missed playing at Sun Devil
Stadium by one yard. "Our team played
hard and was exciting to watch," says the
head coach, 98-34-2 in 11 years. "We
may lack size, but we will be fast this year.
We return seven starters on defense."
Still, the Cobras’ season rides on the
shoulders of all-state QB Jonathan
Beasley (6-2, 205), one of the state's top
prospects. With 4.6 speed and a strong
arm, Beasley passed for 2,566 yards and
28 touchdowns. The results kept kicker
Don Gallardo (6-4, 190, 4.5) busy. He
booted a record 70 extra points, does the
team's punting and starts in the sec-
ondary. Junior Chris Hann (6-3, 253)
starts at center. Lonnie Chatman (5-10,
175) steps in at running back. Wide
receivers D.J. Hollingsworth, Derek
Thompson and Brad Kresge join transfer
Matt Hinebaugh (6-5, 220) to form a typ-
ical Cactus aerial attack. But this Cobra
club looks tough on defense, too. Aaron
Mohamed (6-3, 190), Greg McMillan (6-
1, 212) and junior Kyle Kosier (6-5, 210)
form a stout linebacking crew. Andy
Schmidlen (6-2, 222) and junior David
Henson (6-6, 268) man the trenches.
Casey Tornberg (5-10, 160, 4.5), Gene
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Saluting Our 1994
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BARRY SOLLENBERGER’S
St. Mary’s Captures Two in a Row!
You either love them or hate them.
dust like Notre Dame. In the Arizona high
school football ranks, the school is
Phoenix St. Mary's, one of the state's most
respected, feared, disliked or loved
schools.
Since the Knights played their first
football contest in 1938, the Green &
White gridders have won 403 games -fifth
best in state history. Fourteen wins came
in 1985.
Who would have guessed it?
It was billed as the "Year of the
Chargers." The McClintock Chargers.
Coach Karl Kiefer's nationally ranked club
included several dandy prospects, like
quarterback Kent Kiefer (Missouri), tailback
Art Greathouse (Arizona) and wide receiv-
er Cleveland Colter (USC), soon to be the
state player of the year.
It had been more than a decade since a
large school champ had repeated, and
although St. Mary's returned 19 lettermen
from its '84 championship club, few had
been starters.
"All the pieces fell in the right place,”
said head coach Pat Farrell after his
Knights blitzed Tucson Sahuaro 31-14 in
the '84 finals. "We stayed healthy and got
hot when we had to. I wouldn't mind
doing it again, sometime."
Sometime came soon.
All-state quarterback Steve Belles had
picked up his diplomand headed to Notre
Dame. But both young running backs,
Reggie McGill and Derry! Harris, returned.
And the kicking game looked solid with
Mike Cortright back. Entering the '85
campaign, the reliable senior had 17 field
goals under his belt.
First, Alhambra lost by one point, 13-
12. Then Shadow Mountain lost by one
touchdown, 10-3. Rival Brophy Prep lost
by five points, 15-10. Moon Valley fell by
four points, 24-20. Later in the playoffs,
Tucson Sahuaro fell again, by - you
guessed it - one point, 10-9.
In the finals at Sun Devil Stadium in
Tempe, 14,221 cold fans - plus an ASPN-
TV audience - braved near freezing weath-
er and cold aluminum seats, as St. Mary's
edged Glendale Apollo 11-7 in a real
defensive struggle. "It was so cold in the
upper deck," said ASPN sportscaster
George Allen, "My teath almost froze.”
The winning score came on a 47 yard TD
sprint in the final minutes by McGill.
The junior running back, who would
later play for the University of Arizona,
rushed for 1,448 yards and scored13
es
(Phoenix Gazette photo).
touchdowns on the season, the 47-yarder
his most important.
Although half the teams on St. Mary's
schedule played them tough, the results
were the same. Fourteen opponents got
beat. It was the third time in four years
that the state's "large school" champ fin-
ished undefeated. It was the Knights’ sixth
state football tit!
After the '85 campaign, St. Mary's
owned a 23-game win streak, putting them
within reach of Tucson's state "large
school" record of 32. Those Badger teams,
coached by Rollin T. Gridley, were nation-
ally ranked and beat teams from
California, Texas and Arizona.
These St. Mary's teams were coached
by Farrell, a former all-state defensive back
who was earlier selected Arizona Coach of
the Year, picked by the Phoenix Press Box
Association. The same award has gone to
the likes of Frank Kush, Larry Smith, John
MacLeod and Bobby Winkles, to name a
few. Good company for the young St.
Mary's coach, 69-25-2 at the time.
Biggest graduation loss was kicker
Cortright, who took his All-American toe
to Phoenix College after booting a national
record 36 field goals during his career.
The win over Apollo gave St. Mary's its
first undefeated season since 1967, and
back-to-back state titles for the first time
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Reggie McGill’s 47-yard touchdown run late in the game broke Apollo’s back
since 1967-68. Those clubs were coached
by Ed Doherty.
It was Apollo, coached by Rudy
Pacheco, which knocked out McClintock
in a titanic upset in the semifinals.
"There is no way in the world I would
have believed this would happen," Farrell
said as he clutched the winner's trophy.
"These kids were a second half ball club
this year, which is unfortunate for a
coach's health.”
McGill's winning run came with 3:40
left on the clock. "It was the same play
that beat Sahuaro last week,” Farrell
added. "We call it a 'toss' and it has been
our gravy. It's a play that can be stopped
five times in a row, but the sixth time it
can go for 70 yards."
And the streak? It lasted four games
into the '86 campaign. Moon Valley ended
it 14-7 in front of 6,000 fans at Glendale
Community College.
But the Knights regrouped and
advanced all the way to the quarterfinals,
where Maryvale ended their bid for a third
straight crown. The Panthers’ talented
backfield of Kevin Galbreath (Arizona
State), Phillippi Sparks (ASU/New York
Giants) and Darren Woodson (ASU/Dallas
Cowboys) ended St. Mary's near-perfect
season, 29-21.
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991 James Richardson, Bradshaw Mountain (jr) 965 Bill Dipley, Scottsdale Arcadia (jr)
990..... Eddie Cade, Eloy Santa Cruz 964 LeRoy Peoples, Marana
989 Billy Burris, Florence 963 Jarliest Nelson, South Mountain
Mike Salmon, Phoenix Greenway 962..... James Dugan, Flagstaff (jr)
Tyrone Byrd, Chandler 961 Elby Bushong, Phoenix Washington
Nathan LaDuke, Phoenix Alhambra 960 Luther Harper, Phoenix Union
Cleveland Colter, Jr., Tempe McClintock 959. im Sims, Tucson (jr)
John Giaspie, Phoenix Central 958..... Dornel Nelson, South Mountain
Anthony Parker, Tempe McClintock 957..... Steve Vaughn, Phoenix North
.. Chuck Nixon, Phoenix Shadow Mountain 956 Warren Livingston, Mesa
Shawn Benson, Mesa Mountain View Warren Livingston, Mesa (jr)
1980..... George Duarte, Tucson Sunnyside (jr) 54 Eddie Mitchell, Phoenix North
1979..... Mossy Cade, Eloy Santa Cruz E Charles Christopher, Phoenix Carver
Jeff Colter, Tucson Amphitheater Joel Favara, Tucson
Charles Cobbs, Florence 1951 Hadley Hicks, Bisbee
Felix Kelson, South Mountain 1950..... Gene Mitcham, Phoenix North
.. David Given, Tempe McClintock
Harold Smith, Florence
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BARRY SOLLENBERGER’S
Flowing Wells Had the Hart
Sophomore quarterback Steve Torres gets plenty of protection from teammate
doe Carrasco during a 12-10 win over CDO (Arizona Daily Star photo).
The wishbone offense may not be in
vogue among high school football teams
today, but for Tucson Amphitheater in
1975, the triple-option was the name of
the game.
The Panthers, coached by Jerry Loper,
captured the schools first state crown, a
heart-stopping come-from-behind 23-22
win over Phoenix Maryvale, played before
11,000 fans at the University of Arizona.
It took over three decades, but Amphi
finally emerged on top of the Arizona
AAA grid ranks.With senior quarterback
dim Krohn running the offense, Loper's
Green Machine recorded a near-perfect
12-1 record. Prior to the finals, Maryvale
had been undefeated.
While Loper and Amphi spent years
trying to get into the state championship
game, Flowing Wells head coach Larry
Hart and his Caballeros had spent years
trying to win it.
As the crow flys, Flowing Wells and
Amphi are less than one minute apart.
Since the Caballeros were a smaller Class
AA school, they seldom met on the grid-
iron. But when the 1975 campaign
ended, they both were on cloud nine.
Before Flowing Wells nailed Snowflake
14-13 in the Class AA finals, Hart had
taken five different clubs to the finals.
Every one came away with a runnerup
trophy.
"Everyone is out to beat us," said Hart
at the time. "We won six division titles in
eight years and four teams were unbeaten
in regular season play. It's a tribute to the
kids that they went all the way. It was the
most depth I've ever had. Whenever
someone got hurt, we had someone fill in
who could do the job."
Steve Torres was a perfect example.
When starting signal caller Benny
Jimenez went out with an injury, young
Torres - just a sophomore - stepped in.
Seldom passing in the Cabs' run-oriented
offense, he managed to hit receivers15
times for 428 yards - a 28.5 yards per
reception average!
But the big gun was little John Bray,
one of seven FW first-team all-staters.
The 5-11, 175 pound back rushed for
1,198 yards on 151 carries. He scored
24 touchdowns and 144 points.
The 'Cabs got off to a good start, beat-
ing larger Sunnyside High 20-0, when
Bray carried 29 times for 200 yards. One
week later, Coolidge's Blue Bears went
home black & blue, after a 63-6 beating.
Bray started the scoring with a 75 yard
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punt return. Sophomore Chuck Ragels
kicked a school record nine extra points.
Bray scored five touchdowns - all in
the second half - as the ‘Cabs routed
Globe. Safford, annually the Cabs’ tough-
est foe, fell in Tucson 27-24, thanks to a
70 yard punt return by John Bryant.
Canyon del Oro, the Cabs' biggest rival,
fell 12-10 in the best defensive struggle of
the season. Bray scored on a short run
and Torres hit Damian Peace for a TD
strike to seal the win.
During a 41-16 win over Nogales, the
running and pass catching of Bry was too
much for the Apaches. The Cabs’ defense
wasn't too kind either, as Flowing Wells
took a 41-0 halftime lead.
"We almost stopped ourselves in the
title game." said Hart after the Snowflake
win. "We fumbled three times, but in a
way it was justice that we played excep-
tional defense, beating them 14-13 and
finally winning that darn trophy. We've
enough of those runner-up statues. Five
too many to be exact."
In 10 games, Flowing Wells scored
333 points and averaged 321 yards per
contest. Joining Bray on the Class AA all-
state squad were teammates Darrell
Bossert (OT), Joe Carrasco (OG), Todd
Wasson (DL), David Moore (LB), Richard
O'Haver (LB) and Scott Sanderlin (B).
Both Wasson and Sanderlin were juniors.
All-together, Hart won 103 games at
FW, more than any coach at the school.
His 103-45-4 record between 1968 and
1979 gave him a .696 winning percent-
age. Only two other coaches compiled
better winning marks, but they coached
just four years or less. In two seasons,
Ted Sorich went 12-4-3 (.750), while
Larry Gray went 31-11-1 (.738) in four.
Sorich, a former all-state quarterback at
Bisbee and star signal caller at Northern
Arizona University, is the Caballeros’ ath-
letic director today. Hart is retired and liv-
ing in Tucson. The University of Idaho
graduate spent 34 years in education,
coaching at both Ajo and Amphi before
moving to Flowing Wells.
As for next-door-neighbor Amphi, the
Panthers’ championship season was just
the beginning of more than two decades
of excellent high school football. Today,
some the the state's all-time best players,
including NFL stars like Mike Bates
(Seattle Seahawks) and brother Mario
(New Orleans Saints), have worn the
Amphi Black & Green.
By George Jett
ACCIDENT ADJUSTERS
CENTERS OF ATTENTION
Marty Van Gorder . Mike Bailey
Chandler Tucson
Terry Cassady
Mesa
SALUTING ARIZONA'S BEST HIGH SCHOOL CENTERS
Joey Horvat, Mesa Dobson (6-3, 245) .. Matt Smith, Phoenix St. Mary's (5-10, 190)
ames Langston, Gilbert (6-1, 220) 971.....Mike Bailey, Tucson (6-3, 215)
teve McKane, Mesa (6-2, 225) Randy Collett, Tempe McClintock (6-0, 240)
Alvin Huff, Phoenix Maryvale (6-2, 232) Jeff Caldwell, Tucson Salpointe (5-11, 180)
ic Gastelum, Phoenix Camelback (6-2, 290) Joe Flajnik, Prescott (6-3, 235)
... Jeff Wisch, Phoenix Moon Valley (6-1, 225) Ken Hatcher, Mesa (6-1, 230)
Darian Mellon, Agua Fria (6-1, 211) Ken Hatcher, Mesa (6-1, 225)
Andy Schultz, Tucson Amphi (6-2, 245) 5.....Steve Pearson, Mesa Westwood (6-1, 225)
Corey Suttles, Prescott (6-6, 230) Mike Danielek, Glendale (6-0, 240)
Dave Henderson, Phx. Alhambra (6-2, steve Sowders, Phx. Camelback (6-1, 185)
ason Wisch, Moon Valley (6-2, 220) Walt Jones, Phoenix Union (6-1, 195)
teve Spurling, Scottsdale Horizon (6-3, 230) Allen Thorn, Phoenix St. Mary's (5-10, 210)
ohn Hoebee, Phoenix Maryvale (5-11, 200) Terry Cassady, Mesa (6-2, 230)
..Tim Wyatt, Phoenix Moon Valley (6-1, 200) Tony Fletcher, Bisbee (6-2, 218)
Joe Williams, Apache Junction (6-1, 215) Stacey Ostland, South Mountain (6-1, 190)
Jim Polenske, Phoenix Maryvale (6-3, 255) Bob Garis, Tucson (5-11, 190)
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Big, Bad Badgers Best Yet?
Carl Rollins looked at the scoreboard,
shook his head and said, "I don't know
who can stop this Tucson High club.
They ought to go right on to win the
state championship."
Rollins, the 46-year-old coach at
Phoenix Maryvale, had just seen his club
trampled 26-7 in the state Class AA semi-
finals, played at the University of Arizona
in Tucson.
"This is the finest ball club we played
this season." Rollins added. "No one was
able to score that many points against us.
Tucson has speed and agility. They're a
fine ball club.”
The Badgers’ balance, depth, explo-
siveness, faking, speed and power carried
them again. This time to the 1965 state
football championship. One week later -
on the same field - the Big Red Machine
awed a crowd of 18,000 by coasting to a
27-7 win over talented Yuma High. It was
the school's10th state football title.
The Badger's 12th win in as many
starts was sweet for head coach John
Mallamo, who had failed in three previous
playoff attempts. Halfbacks Lewis Cook
and David Jones completed their high
school careers by scoring 18 points and
gaining 233 yards between them.
In addition to posting a perfect season,
the Badgers broke Tucson city records for
points scored (404) and fewest allowed
(94). Their closest game came on Texas
soil, a 29-14 win over Irvin High in El
Paso.
Crisp blocking, hard-nosed tackling
and awesome running from the T-forma-
tion characterized Mallamo’s club, labeled
one of Arizona's all-time best.
n winning it all, the Badgers became
the first local team to post a perfect
record since Jason "Red" Greer's 1952
nationally ranked Tucson club went 10-0.
Some local experts felt the '65 Badgers
were the strongest prep team ever fielded
in Arizona, sporting a horde of talented
players.
One of the tributes paid to Mallamo's
team came from long time University of
Arizona stadium manager "Stub" Ashcraft.
"I don't recall ever seeing a better high
school football team in Arizona," said
Ashcraft. "And I was attending Phoenix
Union in the days when Union, Mesa,
Yuma and Tucson were producing some
great football teams.”
The offense was highlighted by quar-
terback Rich Alday's ball-handling, faking
and passing, the running of halfbacks
Cook (170) and Jones (155), the blocking
of fullback Frank Mendez (174), ends
Rich Sainz (160) and Al Almazon (165),
tackles Bill Dawson (210) and Ron Shaw
(204), guards Oscar Escobar (192) and
Mel Byrge (179), and center Ernie
Gradillas (180).
Cook, a high school All-American, and
Jones were premium backs, with the for-
mer being the offensive dandy. He toted
the ball 178 times for 1,624 yards, a 9.1
average. Jones rambled for 1,118 yards
on 105 carries, a 10.4 average per clip.
Alday completed 43 of 77 passes (56%)
for 762 yards and eight touchdowns in
Tucson's run-oriented offense.
The line's blocking, highlited by future
All-American Bill Dawson, was remark-
able. Any pressure that goes with an
unbeaten team wasn't noticed on the
ield. They opened the season by clobber-
ing Phoenix Union 28-0 and El Paso Irvin
29-14, then mowed down Catalina 41-6,
Douglas 39-13, Pueblo 34-7 and
Salpointe 41-13. They won their last four
regular season games easily, dumping
Sunnyside 35-7, Amphi 26-0, Rincon 40-
7 and Palo Verde 38-13.
Crowds, as usual, flocked to Badger
games - home or away. Over 4,000
watched their home opener with Phoenix
Union; 4,500 attended the Catalina
game, 8,000 attended the Pueblo clash,
and 9,500 packed Salpointe's stadium as
Tucson steam rolled their Catholic rivals.
Four different games were broadcasted
live on Radio KOLD, with veteran sports
caster Ray McNally doing play-by-play.
Before taking the Tucson High job in
1956, Mallamo served as an assistant for
one year at Phoenix Camelback. The for-
mer University of Arizona end coached
football and baseball for five years at
Buckeye.
In 1959 and 1960, his Badgers failed
to get past the semifinals, losing first to
Yuma 19-14, then Mesa 31-6. His top-
rated club reached the finals in 1962, but
was routed by Scottsdale Arcadia, 40-7.
Mallamo made his way to Arizona
after graduating from Westwood High
School in New Jersey. As a prepster, he
was a three-sport letterman, playing end
in football, center in basketball and the
outfield in baseball.
He spent four years in the Army Air
Corps and later graduated from the
University of Arizona in 1947.
On January 22, 1987, John Mallamo
died of a heart attack, at age 67.
Tucson's John Mallamo is carried off the field by Bill Dawson (right) and
teammate Jerry Cota-Robles after win over Yuma.
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thirty years ago
On December 24, 1965, Christmas
came early for Sun Devil football fans.
Art Malone and Paul Ray Powell, the
football dandies of Santa Cruz Valley
Union High School in Eloy, signed letters
of intent to attend Arizona State
University.
Sun Devil head coach Frank Kush
signed the pair Wednesday night in Eloy,
beating out schools like Nebraska and
UCLA in the recruiting war.
"So far as I'm concerned," ASU back-
field coach Paul Kemp said, “In my eight
years here, these are two of the finest
prospects to come off the same ball club.
We feel both boys have the tools and abil-
ity to do a good job. It's up to them how
far they go."
They went far.
Malone and Powell co-captained an
Eloy team that won all 12 games, beating
Peoria 27-7 in the finals. During the play-
offs, the Dust Devils averaged 41.5 points
per game - an Arizona record for all class-
es. The two all-staters scored 300 of their
team's 512 points and produced 3,176
offensive yards.
Malone, nicknamed "The Eloy
Rocket," was the statistical giant of the
season. He scored 37 touchdowns and
222 points, both single season state
records. He scored six TDs in one game,
a 64-14 win over Coolidge, and five TDs
twice. First in a 67-0 shutout of Willcox,
followed by a 53-13 rout of Hayden,
where he rushed for a school record 299
yards.
The 6-0, 187-pound speedster, playing
deep back in Lonnie Foster's I-formation,
rushed 163 times for 1,746 yards, a 10.7
average per carry. Or a first down every
time he touched the ball. He added 520
yards on pass receptions, averaging 27.4
yards per catch. Over 1,000 yards came
on scoring plays alone.
Malone's hallmark was his ability to hit
full speed in a few yards and an uncanny
success at hurdling would-be tacklers.
Later in the spring he ran the 120-yard
high hurdles in 14.0 seconds, and broke
the state record in the 180-low hurdles
with an 18.8 clocking.
Powell, 5-11, 188 pounds, gained
910 yards on offense. He scored 13
touchdowns despite missing the middle
month of the season because of a cracked
collarbone. "He was our best defensive
player," said Foster. Powell, like Malone,
starred in other sports. He averaged over
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(Casa Grande Dispatch).
20 points as a guard in basketball, and
was rated a top college baseball prospect.
Still, it takes more than two players to
win a state championship, at any level.
Joining Malone and Powell on the Class
A all-state team was quarterback Harold
Foote, end Les Rankin, guard Bill White
and junior tackle Bruce Martan. Junior
place kicker Albert Jackson booted a
school record 48 extra points.
In the 1966 North-South All-Star
game in Flagstaff, Malone blitzed a North
defense made up mostly of players from
larger schools for 212 yards. He later was
an all-star fullback for Kush at Arizona
State, and had a successful career in the
NFL in Atlanta and Philadelphia.
Teammate Powell started in A-State's sec-
ondary, and was a member of the Sun
Devils' 1969 NCAA championship base-
ball team. He later played pro baseball
for the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Located south of Casa Grande,
Eloy is one of many small Arizona towns
flanking Interstate 10.
Blink and you'll miss it.
But if you coached college football,
especially between 1958 and 1990, you
didn't bypass Eloy. It was a popular place
to stop.
"The first coach we sent down there
was ‘Bake (former ASU assistant Don
Baker)," said Kush in 1978. "He came
back and said, "Hell, there's a back down
there better than anything we've seen in
Phoenix since we got here."
That back was Malone.
Eloy's win over Peoria was the school's
first state championship, but it wasn't its
last. Many have followed. Lots of Malones
have worn the Silver & Red. And lots of
Cades. And lots of Butlers.
Malones like Benny, Jimmy, James
and Felton kept Santa Cruz football on
the map. By the time Cade brothers Mike
and Mossy graduated, the football fields in
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The 1978 Class A finals in Tucson,
played at Amphitheater High School, was
one of the most historic games in Arizona
history. During a 40-36 Dust Devil win
over Willcox - the lead changed hands 11
times - Mike Cade rushed for 299 yards
and scored six touchdowns.
Still, some fans in Eloy label the Jay
Denton-coached Devils of 1990 as the
school's best backfield. Quarterback Ray
Hornsby and running backs Kevin Butler,
Eddie Cade and Joe Cade made up a
wishbone backfield simply out of its
league.
As a team, the Devils seventh state
championship club posted six shutouts,
averaged 34.5 points in 13 games,
rushed for 4,446 yards and managed
5,292 yards total offense. In the playoffs,
they averaged 40.0 points per game, and
beat an undefeated Superior club 33-7 in
the finals.
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Last Cheer for the Coyotes
It would be the mighty Coyotes last
state championship in football. Who
would have guessed it? They were on the
verge of winning No. 25, a national
record at the time. They would come
close in later years. But it was to be the
school's last.
Entering the 1955 campaign, Phoenix
Union was Arizona's top-ranked club in
the old Class AA Conference. Coached
by Sam Winningham, the defending state
champs returned a treasure chest of tal-
ent, starting with all-state fullback George
Greathouse, the state player of the year
in '54.
But like all defending champs, the trip
down championship lane was to be a
rocky one. Going back-to-back was no
picnic. Not even for this team.
First, an elgibility ruling by the Arizona
Interscholastic Association took place in
order for Greathouse to play. He got
married in the off-season. Then the injury
bug struck. Several key Coyotes missed a
game or two.
But the season started with a bang.
Over 9,000 showed up at Montgomery
Stadium to watch Winningham's crew
strut its stuff. In the form of a 33-6 rout
of neighbor St. Mary's.Greathouse scored
three times. Jack Wing and Dave Hibbert
scored once. Jon Conner, later a basket-
ball star at the University of Arizona,
booted three extra points. The Coyotes
were riding high.
Then disaster struck. In the form of
the South Mountain Rebels, as they were
called in those days. On September 30,
this young club, coached by young Tom
"Shanty" Hogan, stopped Greathouse in
his tracks. Final score: South 14, Union
13;
The Arizona Republic called it "the
most crushing high school upset in
Arizona since last-running Glendale black-
ened North High's title hopes in 1951."
Like true champions, the Coyotes
regrouped. Greathouse & Co. would not
play in a losing game the rest of the sea-
son. Well, sort of.
Furious over their defeat the week
before, the determined Coyotes waded
into Yuma and clobbered the potentially
strong Crimminals, 35-0. Yuma, which
would finish second to the Coyotes in the
AA Conference, was completely stymied.
The Pack, headed by quarterback Dave
Hibbert, revealed a new passing attack.
Replacing the injured Robert Fields,
Hibbert broke the game open with sharp
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George Greathouse starts a 94-yard touchdown run against West High
(Phoenix Gazette photo).
passes to Darnel Haney and Delbert
Hodge.Greathouse scored twice and
threw a touchdown pass to Hodge. Syl
Mabry ran 69 yards for a score. The
Crimminals were simply outmatched.
Then San Diego Helix and Santa
Barbara came to town. Both were glad to
head back to the Golden State. The unde-
feated Highlanders fell 39-2 after an
evening of demoralizing runs, kicks and
hard knocks from the rugged Pack.
Then Santa Barbara, who had hum-
bled previous Coyote teams more times
than the local fans could remember, bit
the dust, 14-0. "Greathouse is a great
runner,” said the Dons’ head coach, Lou
Tsoutsouvak.
Taming Tucson's Badgers 26-6, the
Coyotes kept possession of the Siegel
Memorial Trophy. Game highlight was 6-
foot, 5-inch Sumner Smith snatching a
Badger fumble and going 36 yards for a
score.
Unpredictable Mesa was next. The 13-
7 score was identical to the '54 contest.
Greathouse performed superbly in the
thriller, played before 5,000 fans at
Jackrabbit Stadium in Mesa. Dick Borden
was outstanding on defense.
A true team effort was credited with
the 28-0 victory over the city's newest
school, West High. The Coyotes struck
early, with Greathouse going 94 yards
from scrimmage and Hibbert hitting the
6-foot, 7-inch Haney with an important
scoring strike.
Saturday afternoon, on the University
of Arizona's turf, the Pack ground
Amphitheater into the dust, 34-0.
Greathouse scored three times, a four-
yarder late in the game the last of his
illustrious career.
Then, on Thanksgiving Day, the
favored Pack fought to a 7-7 tie with
North High. The Coyotes scored first on
a 21 yard Hibbert-to-Hodge pass in the
second quarter. Conner booted his 26th
and last extra point. Late in the game,
North defenders grabbed a Greathouse
fumble to tie the score. Over 9,000
screaming fans stood to the end.
Mustang fans went wild. Throughout
the game the Pack had trouble with Allen
Sandell, to say the least. "Sandell is a
great football player," said Mustang men-
tor Cecil Coleman. "He is one of the best
linebackers in the state."
The Coyotes finished the '55 cam-
paign 8-1-1 and on top of the AA
Conference. There was no playoff system
for Arizona's high schools then. In AA,
none was needed yet.
Greathouse finished his career at both
Phoenix Carver and Phoenix Union with
4,551 career rushing yards, 63 career
touchdowns and 383 career points.
Ironically, both schools are closed
today.
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Saluting the 1945
Tucson High Badgers!
Arizona State Football Champions!
Line, L-R: Guerdon Sines, Nils Johansson, Wayne Crutchfield, Tom Fridena, Jim Tolley, Joe Kelly and Art Pacheco.
Backs, L-R: Frank Borman, Cay Morrison, Bill Walker, Karl Eller and Oscar Carrillo.
One of the Nation’s Best High School Teams!
Finished Head Coach Nationally
season with state Rollin T. Gridley ranked in final
record 32-game National Coach of U.S.A,
winning streak! the Year! Prep Poll!
Defeated Nationally-ranked
Mesa 14-7 before defense recorded
city record crowd seven shutouts
of 13,000! in 11 games!
Sponsored by
Tucson High Class of '46
BARRY SOLLENBERGER’S ECE OTTO ETT
fifty years ago
Tucson High School’s Record Run
By Skip Bryant
When they mauled the Yuma
Criminals 41-13 in 1942 to wrap up a 7-
2 season, the Tucson High Badgers could
only think of what might have been.
After sweeping to six straight wins,
they hit the skids, dropping seven-and six-
point decisions to Phoenix Union and
Santa Barbara, California. They settled
for a one-third interest in the mythical
"big school” football title with Union and
Phoenix North.
Coaches are fond of saying that a sea-
son ending victory provides momentum
going into the next campaign. As it
turned out, "momentum" from that victory
went further than just the next season.
What it really turned out to be was the
start of what still remains "The Streak" in
Tucson prep football history, an unbeat-
en, untied run that lasted over three sea-
sons and encompassed 32 games.
Perhaps anticipating the advent of
"Doc" Blanchard and Glen Davis at West
Point, the Badgers rolled through nine
straight foes in 1943, with a "Mr. Inside
and Mr. Outside” backfield of Wrenferd
Tackett and Fred Batiste.
Generally rated as the best of the three
teams, the 1944 squad was seldom test-
ed, powering to 11 straight victories, win-
ning by an average margin of 24 points,
to up the streak tally at 21 in-a-row.
The question as the 1945 season
opened was, "Could the Badgers keep the
string going as it prepared to tackle
another 11 game slate, one that featured
El Paso Austin Texas?”
When Rollin T. Gridley looked out at
his squad that first practice day, 50 years
ago this fall, he found only one returning
starter, left end Art Pacheco. And while
the Badgers pushed the string to 22-
straight with a 15-0 victory over Phoenix
Union, it proved to be costly. Triple
threat quarterback Lee "Legs" Carey
injured his wrist, sidelining him for five
weeks.
Gridley, who today still resides in
Tucson and is 91-years young, needed to
find someone to take over at quarterback
in his "T" attack, an offensive formation
he adopted in 1944.
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Tronically, a broken hand sidelined
junior Lee "Legs" Carey for five
weeks.
His choice was Frank Borman, later
renowned as one of the astronauts who
made the 1968 Apollo-8 Christmas sea-
son moon fly around; forerunner to the
first landing on the moon.
"Frank couldn't pass but he was a team
leader," Gridley now says with a laugh.
"I'd tell him to pass but throw it out of
bounds."
"I think I only threw two or three pass-
es the whole year and they all were
incomplete," said Borman recently, also
laughing. "But I never had one intercept-
ed."
The key to the whole thing (winning
streak) was Gridley," Borman says. "He
maybe was the most important figure in
all our lives. He was a very powerful
man."
"We had two great players on that
squad in Lee Carey and Oscar Carrillo,”
says Tom Fridena, the team's starting cen-
ter. "I think both of them could play
today. We also had two very good players
in Art Pacheco and Joe Kelly. The rest of
us were a bunch of oddballs.
"We played great defense. In fact it
was the strongest defensive team of the
three. It was a team that played with a lot
of emotion. We were undersized and
underweight, but we thought we could
whip people. We were just a bunch of
overachievers."
Seven teams, including the first five
foes, were blanked. And Mesa, featuring
the great Wilford "Whizzer" White, netted
just 70 and 31 yards rushing in two
games.
With Borman now at the helm, the
Badgers rolled on, edging Austin 12-0,
St. Mary's 20-0, Bisbee 32-0, and North
21-0, setting the stage for the first of two
meetings with Mesa.
In a battle of unbeatens, before a
Tucson city record high school crowd of
13,000 at the University of Arizona,
Carrillo and Cay Morrison tallied first half
touchdowns and the Badgers survived a
Gail Pew to White touchdown pass for a
14-7 victory.
St. Mary's was thumped again, 17-0.
Carey returned and Douglas was stopped,
28-6. In a rematch with Phoenix Union,
Carey scored on a 90 yard kickoff return,
a 51 yard punt return and a 52 yard
sprint in a 35-7 Badger triumph.
Two tough games remained. The
Badgers wore down Glendale 25-13, and
then traveled to Mesa where an overflow
crowd of 7,500 looked on.
Nils Johansson staked the Badgers to
a 3-0 lead with a short field goal. Then,
after the defense held Mesa twice deep in
Badger territory, Carrillo got away on a
17 yard run to seal a 9-0 victory. Tucson
sports writer Bill Nixon called it, "The
toughest win for Tucson during its three
year 32-victory span."
"That team had a very good line, both
offensively and defensively," Gridley evalu-
ated. "Because of that line we were able
to run the ball successfully, even though
people knew we couldn't throw.”
One year later the streak came to a
close on opening day. Austin High got an
early touchdown and held Carey at its
one yard line for a 7-0 victory in El Paso.
After winning or sharing the mythical
state crown for four years, the Badgers
saw that go north to Mesa. To this day,
the 32 consecutive wins still stands as a
state record for Class 5A schools.
Fifty years later.
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BARRY SOLLENBERGER’S seme
Tracy (5-10, 173, 4.7) and Brian Garcia
(5-9, 160, 4.7) join Gallardo in the sec-
ondary.
A 29-10 loss to Peoria in the playoffs’
first round finished IRONWOOD at 7-4,
resulting in loads of experience for lots of
juniors. "This team could be one of the
most talented to pass through our doors,"
says Mark Matheson. "If we play together,
welll be tough." High hopes start with
Jamal Garland (5-10, 175), a 1,000-yard
rusher who returns kicks and starts in the
secondary. Safety Craig Daigle (6-0, 185)
is a three-year starter who leads the
Eagles in tackles and interceptions. Junior
deep back Eric Bell (6-1, 185) is a great
hitter. Corners Dominick Galluzo (5-7,
160) and Mark Erenster (5-11, 180) start-
ed. Quarterback David Rock (5-10, 175)
returns as a three-year starter. Two-way
ends Jeremy Brewer (6-5, 220) and
Quincy Yancy (6-7, 225) started and
should draw attention with their size and
athletic ability. Wide receiver Jake Fritz
(6-3, 190) has 4.6 speed and a terrific
vertical jump. Returning starters Nghi
Hua (5-10, 210) and Jason Rappold (5-
11, 220) anchor the offensive line. Junior
linebacker Dan Lopez (6-0, 205) was all-
conference. Steve Gonzales (5-10, 200),
another ‘backer, anchored the Eagles’
sprint relay team. Tackles Brian Heitkam
(6-3, 250) and Sean Klippel (6-3, 240)
started. The staff also expects big things
from seniors Brian Biggs, Tom
Clinkenbeard, Tom McAllister, Jason
Sanchez, Carlos Wilson, Joe Cea and
Micah Doede. Doede is a 6-6, 220-pound
defensive lineman.
At WESTVIEW, Tom Bushong's
Knights rode the passing arm of junior
Gene Garcia through 1,894 yards, 23
TDs and a 10-2 record. State co-champ
Tucson Sahuaro nipped the Knights, 14-
13, in the quarterfinals. Westview's other
loss was to co-champ Peoria. "But we
need to rebuild," says Bushong. "Lots of
starters graduated. We got lots of work
ahead." Still, several big-play people
return, starting with Garcia, who complet-
ed 54% of his passes. Speedy Nick Harris
(6-4, 210, 4.6) is a two-way end. Junior
Dave White (6-1, 170) is a classy wide-
out. Junior back Josh Peterson (6-0, 185)
runs hard and starts in the secondary.
Mich Rodemeyer (6-4, 290) and Manuel
Lopez (6-0, 230) start on the offensive
line. Junior Aaron Moore (6-1, 185) is a
fine kicker. Seniors Chris Harris, Travis
Priddy, Jess Miller, Aaron Bagwell and
Dennis Garcia should start.
Junior running back Celan Curtis and
linebacker Adam McClelland earned all-
region honors at GOLDWATER, and
hope to help first-year coach Anthony
Cullen and the Bulldogs out of a winless
cellar. Offensively, the ‘Dogs scored 111
points, but gave up 319 in a 10-game
schedule.
At LAKE HAVASU, the Knights
might field the biggest player in the
league, 6-4, 265-pound Matthew Jenkins,
and the smallest, 5-6, 170-pound Ulysses
Gonzalez, both back from a 6-4 club.
4A EAST SKY
. Scottsdale Coronado (9-2)
. Tempe Union (5-5)
. Scottsdale Arcadia (4-6)
. Scottsdale Chaparral (0-10)
. Gilbert (0-10)
. Apache Junction (1-8)
DAahWNe
Only state co-champ Tucson Sahuaro
and Gilbert Highland beat CORONADO,
giving Joe Corte's Dons a 9-2 record.
"We have a solid group returning,” says
Corte, who with 122 wins is Scottsdale's
all-time leader."Our quarterback returns so
we should have a stronger pass attack."
Strong linemen make for a good rushing
game, also. Junior HB Mike Mantle (5-
10, 185) averaged 6.7 yards per carry,
rushing for 772 yards and scoring seven
TDs. Mantle joined OC Troy Stimbert (6-
2, 230) and OT/DT Gabe Montesano (6-
2, 225) on Scottsdale's all-city team. Two-
way tackle Brian Brighella (6-2, 230),
guards Trevor Hinton (6-0, 205) and
Bryan Rauch (6-0, 215), and TE Jeremy
Benes (6-2, 185) make up that tough
Don line. Hinton and Benes are juniors.
Ron Sampley (6-1, 175) is the returning
QB. Senior Rick Lucero (6-0, 185), junior
Brian Allen (5-10, 180) and soph Joel
Huerta (5-9, 170) help form a solid sec-
ondary. The Dons open play Sept. 1 at
Agua Fria.
Seven sophomores started at TEMPE
UNION, resulting in a not-so-bad 5-5 fin-
ish. But the Buffaloes haven't made the
playoffs since 1990, Coach Tim
McBurney hopes to change that. "We will
make the playoffs this year," he warns.
The kicking game is sound with Tyler
Breskin (5-10, 180) in the lineup. He
averaged 38.3 yards per boot, with the
longest 51 yards. As a flanker he aver-
aged 13.7 yards per catch. As a line-
backer he made 54 unassisted tackles.
Junior wideout Justin Taplin (6-0, 175,
4.7) earned all-state votes. He caught 29
passes for 362 yards and four scores. He
picked off three passes in the secondary.
Young QB Todd Mortensen (6-4, 200)
completed 61 of 123 passes for 663
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yards and five TDs. Only five were inter-
cepted. Fullback Mike Washington (6-0,
195) doubles at fullback. Two-way tackle
Aaron Dave (6-2, 240) helped with 70
tackles. Matt Weber, Rocky Harris, James
Shaw, Steve Bohn, Tim Araiza and Lee
Alfonsi are starters.
Only three starters on each side of the
line return, so ARCADIA may face
another 4-6 season. "But we will be com-
petitive," says Ron Vick. "The kids have a
great attitude." The Titans have two of
the best players in the league in quarter-
back T.J. Cooley (5-11, 175), who dou-
bles at safety, and FB/LB Shaun Edwards
(5-10, 185). In a backup role, Cooley
completed 24 of 52 passes for 399
yards. Seniors Monte Sturgeon (6-2,
290), Vasilios Speros (6-2, 235) and
Gabe Reed (6-3, 245) are the bulk of the
Titans’ line. Junior OG/NG Ryan Delnoce
(6-4, 245) is definitely a player to watch.
Talented Chad Elsner (5-7, 165) joins
Cooley in the secondary; he’s also a force
at running back.
Improvement is the name of the game
at CHAPARRAL. Wins and a new coach
top the list in the off-season. Last year's
winless club gave up 415 points, most in
4A ball. Only 95 points were scored.
Bryan Johnson (5-10, 170) may be
switched to wingback. Last year he
passed for 644 yards and five TDs.
Defensively, he recovered three fumbles,
two of which he returned for scores. Dan
Kube (5-11, 160) joined him in the sec-
ondary and landed all-league votes. With
4.6 speed, Tyler Beauchat (5-10, 165) is
the Firebirds’ fastest back. Receiver Joe
Kalmonovitz (6-2, 170) caught 14 passes
for 149 yards. Linebacker Zach Storrs (6-
1, 215) made 39 unassisted tackles,
grabbed three fumbles and intercepted
one pass. Ted Lyn (6-0, 225) and Jim
Teeter (5-11, 210) are solid linemen.
Mark Eliason (5-10, 170) and sophomore
Jeremy Schwartzberg (5-11, 165) start at
linebacker with Storrs. Junior Jeremy
Kelley (5-8, 160) is a promising running
back. Junior Rodd Miller (5-11, 180) led
the JV team last year in tackles.
Coach "Doc" Holaday played 21
underclassmen at GILBERT, resulting in
an 0-10 finish in a 5A league. The Tigers’
hope the drop down to 4A helps, plus a
year of experience and improved
strength. One bright spot was the running
of Gabe Rojas (5-10, 165, 4.6), who
earned postseason honors as both a
defensive back and return man. Rojas and
receiver Brian Polec (5-9, 160, 4.6) are
the fastest Tigers in camp. Tight end
Laylon Hester (6-0, 200) is another quali-
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ty player. Steve Meyer (6-4, 190) and
junior Matt Schilling (6-4, 190) will battle
for the quarterback slot. Mike Riley (5-11,
165) and Don Williams (6-0, 190) join
Rojas in the secondary. Players like Gabe
Brewer (6-4, 210), Jim Gabriel (5-11,
205), Ben Lyman (6-2, 185) and Robert
Powell (6-0, 240), to list a few, add size
and strength to a much improved line.
The defense certainly needs to improve.
Last year the Tigers gave up 512 points.
Gilbert's enrollment has declined since the
opening of Highland High.
Gary Roebuck is the new head coach
at APACHE JUNCTION, where the
Prospectors have won only six games in
the past five years. Only 76 points were
scored last season. Cody Smith could be
the club's quarterback, with little Eric Ceal
a sure starter in the secondary. Roebuck
has 27 years of coaching experience in
North Dakota, Minnesota and Benson,
Arizona, where he was 24-16-0 in six
years. He has been a guidance counselor
at AJHS since 1990.
4A SKYLINE
. Glendale Apollo (7-3)
. Prescott (6-5)
. Phoenix Thunderbird (3-6-1)
. Paradise Valley (4-6)
. Sunnyslope (7-4)
. Glendale (5-5)
DAnNBWNr
The players responded well during
Greg Parrish's first year at APOLLO. The
Hawks' offense averaged 30 points per
game. "Moving down to 4A should help
us, but 4A is tough, too," says Parrish,
who originally coached at Greenway.
Brian Woiwod (5-8, 160, 4.7) led the
Fiesta Region with 16 TDs and over
1,600 all-purpose yards. He scored seven
times from over 50 yards. Troy Sheets (6-
2, 192), an outstanding fullback, led the
region in QB sacks with 11 as a defensive
end. Although short, senior Craig Hansen
(5-9, 230) is a good two-way tackle. So is
big Jeff Blaich (6-3, 260). Little Bryan
Fousel (5-8, 160) is the Hawks' signal
caller. Derek Ruterman (6-0, 170) starts
at wingback, John Ciurana (6-0, 180) at
wideout. Ruterman is a tough linebacker.
Apollo's defense will be tested early,
opening Sept. 1 at Cactus.
It may have been the worst season in
six years at THUNDERBIRD, but one
bright spot was the running of TB John
Sanders: 1,398 yards and 13 touch-
downs. In two varsity seasons, Mike
Brown's gifted back has rushed for 2,599
yards and scored 25 times. His 4.6 speed
helped him lead the region in scoring.
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Two good athletes, senior Tommy
Petrozzollo (6-2, 170) and soph Chad
Womack (5-10, 160), will compete for
the QB position. If blockers like Dan
Quigly (6-0, 200), Tony Hannigan (5-8,
180), Bill Ginos (5-11, 190) and Jason
Hawkins (5-10, 185) stay healthy,
Sanders could have a 2,000-yard season.
Linemen Mike Liston (6-2, 240), Art
Horozowski (6-1, 230), Sean Carney (6-
1, 225) and B.J. Fetkether (6-1, 230) are
also key players. Carney and Fetkether
play center. The blocking by tight ends
Damon Roark (6-3, 215) and Steve
Bistricky (6-2, 180) is as important as
their pass-catching skills. Both are also
linebackers. Junior back Zeke Hodan (6-
2, 190) should take pressure off Sanders.
PARADISE VALLEY head coach
Bob Lambie is optimistic, despite only 16
returning players. The Trojans finished 4-
6, their first losing season since '87.
Linebacker Phil Buckley (6-0, 185, 4.9) is
the club's big gun. He was first team all-
region at two positions, including tight
end. Still, the starting lineup will feature
BARRY SOLLENBERGER’S
more juniors than normal, including
OT/DT Troy Crawford (6-2, 200),
OG/LB Jason Mattox (5-11, 170),
FB/LB Ryan Olson (5-10, 180), WB/FS
Todd Lowder (5-7, 150) and SE/DB Mike
Bakunowski (5-11, 170). Two potentially
outstanding sophomores could play a big
role in Lambie's Wing-T offense, quarter-
back Steve Mullins (6-2, 180) and tackle
Vince Mosca (6-2, 225). Seniors Nate
Mattox (6-0, 180) and Todd Bruen (5-10,
170) are good receivers.
Dallas Hickman replaces Tim Evans at
SUNNYSLOPE, and will be greeted by
only seven players from last year's league
champs. The Vikings went 7-3 during
regular season, then were shocked, 43-
12, by Flowing Wells in the playoffs.
Graduation took away all-state QB Chris
Snyder, who took his 3,009 passing yards
and 30 TD strikes off to college. Justin
Roach (6-0, 165), who managed to catch
20 passes for 357 yards, will move to
quarterback. He also plays in the sec-
ondary, along with junior Landen
Woodward (5-10, 150), who lettered as a
sophomore. If the Vikings switch to a
more balanced attack, watch for Roberto
Cotta (5-11, 170) to carry the ball. Tackle
doel Preston (6-0, 260) is a good blocker.
Both Jimmy Schouten (6-2, 150) and
Dennis Landers (5-7, 145) are good kick-
ers. Landers also plays quarterback.
It's a rebuilding year with a new coach
at GLENDALE, where the Cardinals fin-
ished second in the league but missed a
playoff invite. Kelley Moore greets only
12 letterwinners from a 5-5 club, and sev-
eral newcomers from a winless JV unit.
Still, with halfback Quinten Bunley (5-9,
180, 4.6) in the lineup, the running game
looks sound. Last year he rushed for
1,135 yards on 150 carries (7.6) and
scored 12 TDs. Art Wiedoff (6-3, 180)
joins him in the backfield. Both players
are good linebackers. Jason Mutum (6-3,
220) is a two-way lineman. Mike Smith
(5-9, 150) is the Cards’ quarterback.
PRESCOTT, coached by veteran Bill
Gahn, returns all-region halfback Josh
Steele, who rushed for 1,163 yards as a
junior. The Badgers, as always, will be a
contender.
4A DESERT SKY
. Phoenix Washington (4-5-1)
. Glendale Independence (3-7)
. Moon Valley (4-6)
. Kingman (6-4)
. Phoenix Greenway (2-8)
. Phoenix Cortez (3-7)
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Don't bet on WASHINGTON going
BARRY SOLLENBERGER’S jee
4-5-1 again. That was Steve Chisman's
worst record at the school. "We were dis-
appointed with our record, but not with
our kids," says the head coach. "We were
riddled with injuries and were unable to
get untracked." One good bit of news was
the junior varsity, which finished 8-0. On
the varsity, Santino Colosimo (6-1, 180)
rushed for 208 yards on just 32 carries.
Junior receiver A.J. Brown (6-1, 175)
caught 10 passes for 338 yards. Bryce
Berry (6-2, 225) and Ron Puchta (6-1,
210) return to the line. Puchta is the cen-
ter. Sammy White (5-9, 210) and Dean
Mitchell (5-9, 165) join Colosimo at line-
backer. Seniors Kolby Chase, Brian Woolf
and Chris Campbell are good two-way
players. The junior class will supply the
Rams’ quarterback, James McKnight, the
team's fastest player, Derek Pearson, and
good runners like Jordan Jacobs and
Manuel Golden.
It's definitely been an uphill battle at
INDEPENDENCE, but Pat Lavin can
finally see the light. Although 3-7, the
Patriots were a point or two away from
the playoffs. They lost to league winner
Sunnyslope, 28-27, and tough Mingus
Union, 14-13. Terrific size and good
skilled newcomers will help. The weight
room is paying dividends. All-state center
Richard Barker (6-1, 240) anchors an
offensive line which could average 235
pounds. Junior tackle Drew McLain (6-1,
245) ups the average. Quarterback Angel
Chavez (5-9, 160) is a converted receiver.
He caught 16 passes for 236 yards, but
this year will be throwing the ball. Jeremy
Pennington (5-10, 165) was an all-league
defensive back with five interceptions.
Steve Cota (5-10, 185) tied a school
record with five TD catches as a tight
end. Speed comes in the form of out-of-
state transfers Terrance Robinson (5-9,
165, 4.6) and Joe Gillespie (6-2, 180,
4.6). "These two will help," adds Lavin,
who has won over 100 games in the
prep ranks. "Skill people make the differ-
ence in winning and losing."
Only three starters (one on defense)
return at MOON VALLEY, so the
Rockets might be facing another 4-6 sea-
son. Coach Mel Harms (26-27-0) has lit-
tle size, but a good collection of skill-posi-
tion players to meet the challenge. Paul
Weimann (5-11, 235) and Brad Gosnell
(5-9, 210) supply the size. Quarterback
Ronnie Holtorf (6-0, 170) has a support-
ing cast of Chinyelu Martin (5-11, 187)
and Mark Aguire (5-8, 150) in his back-
field. Bronson Wills (6-0, 195) and Ryan
Lowry (5-11, 185) are starting guards.
The passing attack at GREENWAY
couldn't outweigh major weaknesses. Still,
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the Demons return their pitch-and-catch
combo of Mark Brooks to Damian
Segovia, so improvement is expected.
Last year Brooks completed 110 of 247
passes (44%) for 1,917 yards and 19
TDs. Only six were intercepted. Segovia
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SMALL
SCHOOL
PREVIEW
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Coach Keith Brown guided Phoenix Christian to an excellent 10-1 record, as the Cougars snapped 13 school records
during the ‘94 campaign.
Boys Ranch Opens Play
Fifteen lettermen, including the heart
of the offense, return to the ARIZONA
BOYS RANCH, which moves into the
3A East. Richard Gray replaces interim
Ray Perkins, who led the Spartans
through a 4-5 season - its first ever.
Quarterback Shaune McKissic (5-9, 160)
played in every game. Tailback Cory
Cabell (5-8, 175, 4.6) gained 1,000
yards. Speedster Rashid McNeal (5-9,
170, 4.6) is waiting in the wings. Backs
Andre Hughes (5-8, 175) and Lloyd
Peters (5-10, 175) also return. Tackle
Obadiah Breer (5-10, 220) might be the
school's best lineman. But the heart of the
defense is linebacker Nifty Wilson (6-3,
203), a potential all-star candidate. He
had 104 unassisted tackles and intercept-
ed three passes. Tamar Armstrong (6-1,
210) and Mike Miller (6-0, 200) are good
‘backers, too. Safety Juan Sparkman (5-8,
160) and corner Chris McGee (5-11,
160) are tested. Sophomore Cody Jeffries
(6-0, 210) could start at center.
With only six seniors on the roster,
CACTUS SHADOWS went 4-4, then
dropped a first-round playoff game to
Ganado, 30-24. With 12 starters back,
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this could be the Falcons' best club yet.
"We have size, speed, experience and
leadership," says head coach Gerry
LaBelle. Quarterback Cory VanDevirt (6-
1, 160) passed for 995 yards and eight
TDs. However, 13 were intercepted and
he completed only 41% of his passes.
That needs to improve. Junior Mike Hurst
(5-9, 170) managed 378 rushing yards
and six TDs. Two-way tackle Brandon
Hall (6-2, 210) is big and fast (4.9). Sean
Dilman (6-2, 230) and Travis
Swartzlander (6-0, 220) join him in the
trenches. End Charlie Ulrich (6-1, 180) is
a good target. Richard Cisman (6-0, 165)
and Roy Taylor (6-1, 185) are starting
linebackers.
Young FOUNTAIN HILLS compiled
an 8-3 record after reaching the 3A quar-
terfinals. State champ Blue Ridge brought
them back to earth, 50-6. Still, Jim
Fairfield has the Falcons headed in the
right direction. Linebacker Brian Gerrity
(6-0, 210, 4.7) is top-notch - 60 solo
tackles, 50 assists. As a fullback he
rushed for 665 yards and eight TDs.
Halfback Sean Moloney (5-11, 180, 4.7)
totaled 1,018 yards. Also a linebacker, he
in 3A East
helped in 76 tackles. Fountain's ‘backers
might be the best in the league. Two-way
tackle Chris Comeau (6-0, 250) is the
Falcons' best lineman. Juniors Jared
Alexander (6-4, 265) and Pat Robinson
(6-4, 200) add size. Senior wideout Frank
Reid (5-10, 175) doubles in the sec-
ondary.
A senior-dominated starting lineup
resulted in a 7-4 playoff team for
DYSART, where the Demons dropped a
26-20 overtime thriller to Winslow in the
quarters. Quality skill players picked up
diplomas, but a beefy front line takes
over, as players like Juan Espinoza (230),
Joshua Carbajal (225), Brett Marty (225),
Jose Salazar (240), Marcos Olivares
(205), Art Aguilera (230), Luis Molina
(235) and junior Jesse Murillo (300) form
the biggest forward wall in the 3A West.
Last year's WICKENBURG club was
beaten by Benson in the quarterfinals,
ending the year at 8-3. "Our town is
growing," says Jon Hill, whose school
moves into the 3A West. "We're looking
forward to the challenge." Unfortunately,
the Wranglers don't seem as talented as in
the past. Only three experienced seniors
BARRY SOLLENBERGER’S (ee
return: TE/DE John Eberlein (6-3, 180),
OC Jeremy Kubler (6-0, 200) and FB
Mario Vigueria (5-9, 153). Linebacker
Matt Greene (6-0, 200) was second-team
all-state last year as a sophomore. Young
Kenny Rose will start at quarterback.
Winless BUCKEYE lettered 15 under-
classmen, including injured linebacker
Lonny Carmichael (6-0, 190). Most of
the skill players return. Trinity Cooper
and Kevin Blixt both play QB, with
Cooper also a defensive back. Jarrod
Hahn (5-10, 240), Luis Mendoza (5-11,
205), Tim Brannan (6-0, 210), Tate
Accomazzo (6-2, 205) and Lee Ruby (6-
2, 245) are returning linemen.
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It's been a good couple of years at
VALLEY CHRISTIAN, where Bernie
Benson's crew advanced to the 2A semis
again. Their 9-3 campaign ended with a
35-22 loss to Benson. Ony 12 players
return, but most saw action, starting with
FB/LB Andy Pattison (5-8, 200).
Defensively, he recorded 45 tackles, three
fumble recoveries and two interceptions.
In short-yardage situations, he carried the
ball 76 times for 206 yards. "He'll carry
the ball a lot more this time," says
Benson, who has coached in 297 varsity
games. Junior Josh Sinkey (6-0, 155), a
safety on defense, takes over at quarter-
back. Dan Reynolds (5-10, 155), Andy
Reiss (5-9, 145) and Chris Russell (5-9,
155) join Sinkey in the secondary, the
Trojans’ strongest position. Tackles Chris
Vance (6-0, 180), Brad Yarbrough (6-3,
220, jr) and Josh Haisten (6-5, 220, jr)
have size. Spud and Brandon Duffey,
both 5-10, 180-pound juniors, form a
good guard tandem. Juniors Brent West
(5-10, 155) and Ryan Osheel (6-0, 175)
are two-way ends. Soph Travis Schugg (5-
10, 160) is the team's kicker. Big Ed
Crouch (6-0, 310) could start at center.
At PHOENIX CHRISTIAN, football
fans witnessed the school's best season
since 1987, when the Cougars finished
runnerup to Florence in the 2A finals.
Coach Keith Brown's club broke 13
school records during a 10-1 run, includ-
ing a state-record 40 touchdown passes.
"We fell short of our goal, but still had a
great season," says Brown, whose club
scored 384 points and recorded five
shutouts. "We could be stronger. Lots of
good players but not as many star type
players." But one star is David Tefteller
(6-2, 190), a multi-position player who
caught 29 passes for 741 yards and 13
TDs. That's an average of 25.5 yards per
catch and a touchdown every other catch.
In the secondary he scored twice, had
127 tackles, five interceptions and two
fumble recoveries. With 4.7 speed, he
might be switched to quarterback. If
Tefteller becomes the QB, watch for
junior Nathan Main (5-10, 170) to be the
leading receiver; junior Adam Kerber (5-
10, 170) the leading rusher. Up front the
top dog in the trenches looks like 6-2,
270-pound senior Brian Bridgeman. Matt
Grantham (6-2, 230) and Anthony
Stannard (6-2, 230) almost match his
size. Luis Bermudas (5-8, 205) is the
Cougars’ center. Young linebackers like
Bryan Dodge (6-0, 200), Jayson Mills (6-
3, 190) and Aaron Huisman (6-1, 180)
are ready. Sophomore Josh Lane (5-11,
175) is the team's kicker.
At QUEEN CREEK, the Bulldogs are
looking for more wins and a new coach.
Only 16 players return, but three are up
for postseason honors: FB Justin Hawley
(6-0, 185) rushed for 1,017 yards and a
6.7 average per carry; QB John Bolton
returns and should be able to connect
with Dallas Ence (6-2, 180), the Dogs' big
play receiver; junior Greg Leach (6-3,
275) is a promising two-way tackle. In
fact, the junior class looks impressive,
with OG/NG Frank Metzger, OG/DG
Brian Hindmarch and TB/DB Tydon
Pace. The junior varsity went unbeaten.
It should be a better start this year for
Loren Dawson at BOURGADE. Dawson
and the staff joined the race late. "The
bottom line is we didn't get it done as
coaches or players," he says "No excuses,
just lessons learned." But a larger than
usual senior class should spell more wins,
hopefully. These five starters will have to
carry the load: RB/LB Dominic Ramella
(5-9, 185), OL/DL Pat Casey (5-11,
205), OL/DL John Brunsman (6-1, 180),
RB/LB Joe Hester (5-10, 180) and
RB/LB Ben Martin (5-8, 165). The
Eagles have improved their weightlifting
program and spring football drills.
A strong line, anchored by all-state
center Mark Heinze (5-10, 180), gives
SETON CATHOLIC reason to smile.
Even though they finished 4-6, the
Sentinels advanced to the playoffs, where
Benson sent them packing early. Mark
Haen (6-3, 230) is a good two-way tack-
le. Victor Murua (5-9, 205) is a starting
guard. Fullback Mike Schweinberg (6-2,
205) and halfback Ramon Bernasconi (5-
10, 160) make the running game click.
With 4.6 speed, flanker Chris Gaeta (6-0,
165) is Seton's fastest player. In the off-
season, Chad Young (5-11, 150) has
worked hard to be the quarterback.
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phoenix football ‘95
Twelve seniors who have played varsi-
ty ball since their freshmen year help
make GILA BEND a contender. Coach
Terry Nodlinski's club looks strong in the
line, has fair speed and features a good
two-way back in Bo Gonzalez (5-10,
160), the top returnee from a 4-5 squad.
Fullback Humberto Fernandez (6-0, 210)
joins him in the backfield. Marcianno
Murillo (6-0, 245) is a strong two-way
tackle.
At MARICOPA, two players, guards
Eric Brower and Jarret Parson, lettered
last year as freshmen. Only four seniors
dotted the Rams’ roster, and it showed in
the first round of the playoffs, a 53-6 loss
to St. Johns.
EIGHT-MAN
Size and strength top the charts at
ARIZONA LUTHERAN, where 11 key
players from a playoff club return. Coach
Doug Lange likes the looks of his line -
and it's easy to spot — starting with Chris
Wright (6-0, 238), a linebacker on
defense. Paul Klink (6-2, 210), Kurt Duff
(6-1, 215), Angel Thompson (6-3, 240),
Tim Sickles (6-1, 215), Adam Filas (6-4,
230) and stocky Camron Hulbert (5-6,
200) tip the scales the Coyotes’ way.
Nathan Plitzuweit (6-1, 160) returns at
quarterback. Andy Swift, Nathan Berg,
Nick Lawson and Dave Brandt are good
defenders.
Too many early-season injuries hurt
SCOTTSDALE CHRISTIAN, especially
when the Eagles reached the playoffs.
Fredonia ended their season at 4-4 with a
32-12 thumping. One person who wasn't
slowed was all-state tailback Adrian
Heath, a 5-10, 180-pound workhorse
who carried the ball 222 times (in 8
games!) for 1,522 yards and 22 touch-
downs. If junior Justin Graham (5-10,
170) becomes the quarterback, all he has
to do is give the ball to Heath. Let Greg
Sullivan (6-2, 220), Miles Ryerson (6-3,
240), Kyle Emert (6-3, 210) and fullback
Adam Litt (5-10, 180) block. Wide receiv-
er Jeff Beran (5-9, 165) can keep defens-
es honest. He averaged 24.6 yards per
catch.
At NORTHWEST COMMUNITY
CHRISTIAN, only two seniors dotted the
roster, and it showed in a losing season.
With 90% of the varsity back — including
two all-staters — fortunes could certainly
turn this fall. All-state linemen J.R.
Jasperson (6-2, 225) and Rob Hardesty
(6-4, 230) are leaders of the class. With
these two in the trenches, the Crusaders
are formidable.
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yardage with an impressive total of 11,998 yards.
LONGEST RUN
83.....John David Crow vs Washington, 1958
82.....Elmer Angsman vs Detroit, 1949
Paddy Driscoll vs Kansas City, 1925
79.....Ollie Matson vs Pittsburgh, 1956
79.....Ollie Matson vs Washington,. 1954
78.....Charles Belden vs Frankford, 1930
76.....Ottis Anderson vs Dallas, 1979
RUSHING YARDS
203...John David Crow vs Pittsburgh, 1960
193...Ottis Anderson vs Dallas, 1979
182...Wayne Morris vs Minnesota, 1977
179...Stump Mitchell vs Philadelphia, 1985
177...Ottis Anderson vs Buffalo, 1981
176...Bill Triplett vs New York Giants, 1965
168...Ottis Anderson vs NY Giants, 1980
164...Ottis Anderson vs Minnesota, 1979
163...Ollie Matson vs Washington, 1954
162...Willis Crenshaw vs NY Giants, 1968
PASSING YARDS
468...Neil Lomax vs Washington, 1984
457...Neil Lomax vs San Diego, 1987
428...Charley Johnson vs Pittsburgh, 1963
390...Neil Lomax vs Philadelphia, 1986
388 ...Neil Lomax vs Dallas, 1984
386...Charley Johnson vs Philadelphia, 1962
385...Neil Lomax vs Green Bay, 1983
384 ...Neil Lomax vs Philadelphia, 1988
383...Charley Johnson vs Philadelphia, 1965
383...Chris Chandler vs Dallas, 1992
381...Timm Rosenbach vs NY Giants, 1990
374...Charley Johnson vs New Orleans, 1969
371...Charley Johnson vs Philadelphia, 1964
LONGEST PUNT RETURN
Frank Bernardi vs Washington, 1956
Phil Sarboe vs New York Giants, 1935
Chuck Latourette vs New Orleans, 1968
Johnny Roland vs Philadelphia, 1966
Kenny Hall vs Pittsburgh, 1959
Don Paul vs Philadelphia, 1950
Ollie Matson vs Cleveland, 1955
Lee Nelson vs Chicago, 1979
Ollie Matson vs Chicago Bears, 1955
Vai Sikahema vs NY Giants, 1987
RECEIVING YARDS
256...Sonny Randle vs NY Giants, 1962
212...Jackie Smith vs Pittsburgh, 1963
198...Sonny Randle vs Cleveland, 1965
197...John Gilliam vs Pittsburgh, 1969
196...Roy Green vs Washington, 1984
192...John Gilliam vs Cleveland, 1969
189...Roy Green vs Dallas, 1984
187...Mel Gray vs New York Giants, 1975
183...Roy Green vs Indianapolis, 1984
183...Dave Stief vs Atlanta, 1978
LONGEST PUNT FROM SCRIMMAGE
Mike Wood vs New York Giants, 1978
Carl Birdsong vs Philadelphia, 1981
erry Stovall vs Cleveland, 1963
Greg Carter vs San Francisco, 1987
Carl Birdsong vs Tampa Bay, 1985
Chuck Latourette vs Pittsburgh, 1967
Carl Birdsong vs Green Bay, 1985
Carl Birdsong vs Atlanta, 1981
Larry Swider vs Baltimore, 1980
Carl Birdsong vs Chicago, 1982
LONGEST KICKOFF RETURN
106...Roy Green vs Dallas, 1979
105...Frank Seno vs New York Giants, 1946
105...Ollie Matson vs Washington, 1956
103...George Hoey vs Philadelphia, 1971
102...Doug Russell vs Cincinnati, 1934
101...Ollie Matson vs Pittsburgh, 1958
100...Ollie Matson vs Chicago, 1952
100...John Gilliam vs Green Bay, 1969
LONGEST INTERCEPTION RETURN
96.....Larry Wilson vs Cleveland, 1965
92.....Leo Sanford vs Pittsburgh, 1955
91.....Larry Wilson vs Philadelphia, 1966
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BARRY SOLLENBERGER’S
The Hall Gets Another Legend
In 1970, the football season for Kush and his Sun Devils was peachy.
Finally, 16 years after coaching his last
college game, Frank Kush is in "The
Hall." Jon F. Hanson, Chairman of the
National Football Foundation and College
Hall of Fame, has announced the 13
newest members of the College Football
Hall of Fame. The class includes 12 for-
mer All-Americans and one former head
coach, Kush.
The newest members will be inducted
at the 38th Annual Awards Dinner on
December 12, 1995, at the Waldorf
Astoria Hotel in New York City.
Sixteen years after his controversial fir-
ing in 1979, Kush still ranks 19th among
the all-time winningest Division I coaches,
and 7th among coaches with most victo-
ries at one school (176). He has a better
record than Woody Hayes, Red Blaik,
Darrell Royal, John McKay, Ara
Parseghian or Pop Warner, to list just a
few.
In 22 years, his Arizona State teams
won 76% of their games, nine conference
titles and six bowl games in seven appear-
ances. He was named Coach of the Year
in 1975 by the American Football
Coaches Association. Kush coached 129
college players who went on to play pro-
fessionally.
Pro stars like Charley Taylor, Henry
Carr, Benny Hawkins, Curley Culp, Art
Malone, J.D. Hill, Woody Green, Mike
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Haynes, John Jefferson and Reggie
Jackson played football for Kush.
Upon leaving A-State, Kush coached
the CFL Hamilton Tiger-Cats to an 11-4-
1 record and a first place finish in the
Eastern Conference. In 1982, the
Baltimore Colts hired him as their head
man. He coached that club for three sea-
sons before returning to Tempe to coach
the USFL Arizona Outlaws.
He currently is an Executive
Administrator at the Arizona Boys Ranch
near Queen Creek, located southeast of
Phoenix. "The Ranch" serves over 400
youngsters, and is designed to meet the
needs of behaviorally troubled boys.
Kush's last game at ASU was historic -
to say the least. In October of 1979, his
fired-up Sun Devils knocked off Rose
Bowl bound Washington, 12-7. The play-
ers carried him off the Sun Devil Stadium
turf and he never coached in the college
ranks again. Although ASU won a Rose
Bowl in 1987, many followers of A-State
sports claim the football program hasn't
been the same since.
Landmark wins were many, including a
25-22 win over favored North Carolina
State and All-American quarterback
Roman Gabriel in 1960; a 24-23 win
over Rose Bowl bound Oregon State and
Heisman Trophy quarterback Terry Baker
in 1961; a 42-16 win over favored
Wisconsin in 1967; a 30-7 win over Sun
Bowl bound Arizona in Tucson in 1968 -
the game which forced the birth of the
Fiesta Bowl; a 48-26 win over North
Carolina in the 1970 Peach Bowl; a 45-
38 win over Florida State in 1971 in
Fiesta Bowl I; a 17-14 win over favored
Nebraska in Fiesta Bowl V, the game
which put the Fiesta Bowl on the map; a
20-7 win over favored USC in 1978, the
first-ever Pac-10 game played in Tempe,
and the national champion Trojans’ only
loss.
"They are probably the best offensive
team in the country," said New Mexico
coach Rudy Feldman in 1972. "There is
not a college or professional team in the
U.S.A. that can match Arizona State's
speed.”
"Play for Kush and you can play for
anybody,” wrote True Magazine in 1971.
"In all my years of being associated with
football, I've never seen such speed on a
football field," added Florida State coach
Larry Jones the same year.
"All you seem to hear about is Arizona
State's speed, and that's about all we did
in the second half - hear it,” said
Brigham Young's LaVell Edwards in
1972.
"They have the greatest array of run-
ning backs in America," said Wisconsin
coach John Cotta after the Devils blitzed
his Badgers 55-7.
"There is no substitute for speed,” said
Bud Wilkenson of ABC Sports during a
33-28 A-State win over Houston. "They
are truly the fastest collegiate team in
America."
"There's no way you can stop speed
like Arizona State's unless you have speed
too," said Missouri coach Al Onofrio after
a 49-35 loss in the Fiesta Bowl. "When
you play Arizona State you don't play
their schedule. You play the Sun Devils."
"They are everything we ever heard
about, or read about,” concluded Missouri
defensive back Mike Fink after the same
game.
Joining Kush at December's dinner in
New York will be quarterback Jake Gibbs
(Mississippi); running backs Jim Brown
(Syracuse), James Grabowski (Illinois) and
Billy Sims (Oklahoma); ends Chris
Burford (Stanford) and Jim Martin (Notre
Dame); linebackers Dennis Onkotz (Penn
State), Rick Redman (Washington) and
Mike Singletary (Baylor); defensive back
Tommy Casanova (LSU), and guard Rich
Glover (Nebraska). The late Paul Robeson
(Rutgers) will also be honored.
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This year, with players like Arizona's Hunkie Cooper (14) still in the league, the Rattlers and Orlando are outdrawing
five major league baseball teams (Rick D'Elia photo).
Rattlers
More than just television ratings
have soared in Arena Football this
summer. Ratings for the season pre-
miere of Arena Football on ESPN
were 21% higher than last year,
according to figures released by A.C.
Nielsen Company.
Then, in late May, the St. Louis
Stampede beat the Milwaukee
Mustangs, 67-65, for a two-team
total of 132 points, the highest scor-
ing indoor football game in history.
The record stood for 24 hours.
On May 27, the Arizona Rattlers
and Las Vegas Sting recorded the
most prolific scoring and yardage dis-
play in Arenaball history — which is
really saying something — as Arizona
held on for a 72-69 win.
"Arena Football television ratings
are rocketing upward while baseball's
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ratings are flat and dropping," said
AFL Commissioner Jim Drucker in
duly. "Arena football is a great televi-
sion sport. I know that because more
and more people are watching Arena
Football on national television."
A few are showing up in person,
also. Especially in Orlando and
Phoenix, where the Rattler-Sting
shootout took place. Quarterback
Aaron Garcia threw for a club-record
392 yards and six touchdowns, but
the Rattlers still needed a 17-yard
field goal by Luis Zendejas with 56
seconds left to secure the win. The
announced crowd of 15,435 got their
monies worth.
During the 141-point display,
Garcia and Las Vegas quarterback
Scooter Molander, a former Corona
del Sol High School graduate, took
oe
turns picking apart the opposing
defense.
Again, one of the key performers
on the field was Rattlers receiver/kick
returner Hunkie Cooper — possibly
the most exciting football player in
the state, at any level. But Garcia's
passing yardage demolished the club
record of 339 set last year by
Sherdrick Bonner, the MVP of last
year's Arena Bowl game, won by
Arizona. He came within one of tying
Paul Justin's record of seven touch-
down passes in a single game.
"This season for the first time, two
Arena Football League teams,
Orlando and Arizona, are outdrawing
five major league baseball teams,”
adds Drucker. "Arena football has the
pace American sports fans want —
fast and faster.”
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TOUCHDOWNS (GAME)
Coury Hankins, South Mountain, 1994
Cotton Reiman, Phoenix Union, 1928
Art Halbrook, Glendale, 1936
Bill Crabtree, Agua Fria, 1952 (so)
Phil Smith, Cortez, 1967
Glenn Rogers, Agua Fria, 1982
Anthony Parker, McClintock, 1983
Art Greathouse, McClintock, 1984 (jr)
Darren Woodson, Maryvale, 1986
Andrew McCormick, McClintock, '90
Mike Mitchell, Brophy Prep, 1990 (so)
Skeeter Brown, Mtn. Pointe, 1994
Tim Vining, Cactus, 1994
DADDDADAADAGDAA
TOUCHDOWNS (SEASON)
38.........Brian Drew, McClintock, 1989
Tavon Cooper, Peoria, 1994
Derrick Ray, Cactus, 1988
Paul Shields, Paradise Valley, 1993
Coury Hankins, South Mountain, 1994
Derrick Ray, Cactus, 1987 (jr)
Keith Huckaby, Agua Fria, 1989
Marvin Johnson, Peoria, 1987
Bob Soza, Westwood, 1966
Anthony Parker, McClintock, 1983
Marcus Dickson, Maryvale, 1989
Tim Vining, Cactus, 1994
TOUCHDOWNS (CAREER)
Paul Shields, Paradise Valley, 1991-93
George Greathouse, Carver/
Phoenix Union, 1952-55
Sean Reeder, Cave Creek, 1985-88
Jerry Bridgman, Buckeye, 1955-58
Tim Smith, St. Mary's, 1964-67
Anthony Parker, McClintock, 1981-83
Whizzer White, Mesa, 1944-46
...Keith Huckaby, Agua Fria, 1984-89
POINTS (GAME)
...Coury Hankins, South Mountain, 1994
Cotton Rieman, Phoenix Union, 1928
Art Halbrook, Glendale, 1936 (jr)
Bill Crabtree, Agua Fria, 1952 (so)
Phil Smith, Cortez, 1967
...Glenn Rogers, Agua Fria, 1982
Anthony Parker, McClintock, 1983
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36. Art Greathouse, McClintock, 1984 (jr)
36. Darren Woodson, Maryvale, 1986
36. Andrew McCormick, McClintock,'90
36. Mike Mitchell, Brophy Prep, 1990 (so)
36. Skeeter Brown, Mt. Pointe, 1994
36. Tim Vining, Cactus, 1994
POINTS (SEASON)
228......Brian Drew, McClintock, 1989
Tavon Cooper, Peoria, 1994
Paul Shields, Paradise Valley, 1993
Cleveland Colter, McClintock, 1985
Derrick Ray, Cactus, 1988
Coury Hankins, South Mountain, 1994
Keith Huckaby, Agua Fria, 1989
Derrick Ray, Cactus, 1987 (jr)
Whizzer White, Mesa, 1946
Marvin Johnson, Peoria, 1987
POINTS (CAREER)
Derrick Ray, Cactus, 1986-88
Mike Mitchell, Brophy Prep, 1990-92
Paul Shields, Paradise Valley, 1991-93
Sean Reeder, Cave Creek, 1985-88
..George Greathouse, Carver/
Phoenix Union, 1952-55
Jerry Bridgman, Buckeye, 1955-58
Ronnie Bonner, Westwood, 1972-74
Tim Smith, St. Mary's, 1964-67
Whizzer White, Mesa, 1944-46
344... Anthony Parker, McClintock, 1981-83
RUSHING YARDS (GAME)
358.....# Glenn Rogers, Agua Fria, 1982
< Brian Galbreath, Cortez, 1991
Brian Pringle, Sunnyslope, 1970
Ronnie Bonner, Westwood, 1972 (so)
Paul Fichiera, Coronado, 1990 (jr)
Darnell Autry, Tempe, 1993
Tim Vining, Cactus, 1994
Keith Huckaby, Agua Fria, 1989
dim McQuinn, Central, 1976
Mike Brown, Saguaro, 1994 (jr)
Trung Canidate, Central, 1993 (jr)
Ryan Christopherson, Cactus, 1989
Mike Mitchell, Brophy, 1991 (jr)
RUSHING YARDS (SEASON)
2,230...Tim Vining, Cactus, 1994
2,201...Mike Mitchell, Brophy Prep, 1992
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FOOTBALL RECORDS
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Paradise Valley
2,030 ...Tavon Cooper, Peoria, 1994
2,027 ...Coury Hankins, South Mountain, 1994
2,003 ...Marcus Dickson, Maryvale, 1989
1,995...Mike Mitchell, Brophy Prep, 1991 (jr)
1,991 ...Whizzer White, Mesa, 1946
1,985...John Clayton, Horizon, 1994
1,952...Scott Shill, Corona del Sol, 1981
1,927 ...Bob Soza, Westwood, 1966
1,913...David Mitchell, St. Mary's, 1974 (jr)
1,912...Glenn Rogers, Agua Fria, 1982
1,905 ...Sean Reeder, Cave Creek, 1988
RUSHING YARDS (CAREER)
5,669 ...Mike Mitchell, Brophy Prep, 1990-92
5,204 .,.Sean Reeder, Cave Creek, 1985-88
4,551 ...George Greathouse, Carver/
...Phoenix Union, 1952-55
4,417 ...Jerry Bridgman, Buckeye, 1955-58
4,307 ...Whizzer White, Mesa, 1944-46
4,128 ...Derrick Ray, Cactus, 1986-88
4,050 ...Ronnie Bonner, Westwood, 1972-74
4,005...Kenny Mantle, Coronado, 1992-94
CARRIES (GAME)
45........dose Valenzuela, Apache Jct., 1989
Forrest Valora, Trevor Browne, 1975
Carlos Cochrane, Ironwood, 1991 (jr)
Forrest Valora, Trevor Browne, 1975
Craig Amack, Tempe, 1974
Ryan Christopherson, Cactus, 1989
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AVERAGE YARDS PER CARRY (SEASON)
12.6.....Jerry Bridgman, Buckeye, 1955 (fr)
Jerry Bridgman, Buckeye, 1957 (jr)
Rick Kelton, Gilbert, 1974
Jerry Bridgman, Buckeye, 1956 (so)
Jerry Bridgman, Buckeye, 1958
...Sean Reeder, Cave Creek, 1987 (jr)
...Mike Mitchell, Brophy Prep, 1990 (so)
Jerry Lamb, Chandler, 1955 (jr)
Everett Rollins, Arcadia, 1962
Coury Hankins, South Mountain, 1994
Gerald Brown, Buckeye, 1975 (jr)
...Ryan Christopherson, Cactus, '88 (jr)
AVERAGE YARDS PER CARRY (CAREER)
12.3.....Jerry Bridgman, Buckeye, 1955-58
LONGEST TOUCHDOWN RUN
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99........Craig Poncziak, Gerard, 1964
99 Wayne Jones, Dysart, 1972
99 lerry Harper, Chaparral, 1980
99 ‘om Collins, Apollo, 1985
99 andy Carr, Central, 1986
99........Phil Hayward, Deer Valley, 1993 (jr)
99........ Trung Canidate, Central, 1994
99 Phil Hayward, Deer Valley, 1994
98 Marvin Davis, Tempe, 1950
98 im Rawlins, Tempe, 1950
98........Danny Arrendondo, Tempe, 1952
98........Paul Fichiera, Coronado, 1990 (jr)
98........Craig Brown, Westview, 1994
PASSING YARDS (GAME)
479......Marty Rincon, Westview, 1993
404......Mike Makings, Scottsdale, 1971
403. ‘ick Johnson, Paradise Valley, 1983
396. jonathan Beasley, Cactus, 1994 (jr)
385. ‘ick Savale, Arcadia, 1966
380. ob Pitre, Arcadia, 1975
im Rattay, Phoenix Christian, 1994
.Jason McCullough, Arcadia, 1992
..Marty Rincon, Westview, 1993
366......Marty Rincon, Westview, 1993
365......Todd Sheridan, Arcadia, 1982
360. Aer Chris Snyder, Sunnyslope, 1994
358% ci Marty Rincon, Westview, 1993
PASSING YARDS (SEASON)
3,462 ...Marty Rincon, Westview, 1993
3,009 ...Chris Snyder, Sunnyslope, 1994
2,646 ...Tim Rattay, Phoenix Christian, 1994
2,566 ...Jonathan Beasley, Cactus, 1994 (jr)
2,539 ...Kent Kiefer, McClintock, 1985
2,507 ...Kevin Stephens, Cactus, 1991
ARIZONA'S
Connection
TO HEALTH CARE
2,352...Brian Judd, Cactus, 1989
2,233 ...Steve Belles, St. Mary's, 1984
2,226 ...John Bonds, St. Mary's, 1987
2,170...Kent Kiefer, McClintock, 1983 (so)
2,081...Joe Germaine, Mountain View, 1993
2,037 ...Cleveland Dansby, South, 1993 (jr)
2,033...William Babb, Peoria, 1987
2,011...Cary Palmer, Mesa, 1974
PASSING YARDS (CAREER)
6,346 ...Kent Kiefer, McClintock, 1983-85
6,064 ...Marty Rincon, Westview, 1991-93
4,916...Chris Snyder, Sunnyslope, 1992-94
4,712...Scott Molander, CDS, 1982-84
4,596 ...Steve Belles, St. Mary's, 1982-84
4,394 ...Cleveland Dansby, South, 1992-94
4,373 ...Kevin Stephens, Cactus, 1990-91
4,174...Justin Diede, Glendale, 1989-91
4,135...William Babb, Peoria, 1985-87
4,007 ...Fred Mortensen, Tempe, 1969-71
TOUCHDOWN PASSES (GAME)
hiss ..Tommy Scott, Gilbert, 1926
Tim Rattay, Phoenix Christian, 1994
uncan Brown, Mesa, 1924 (jr)
harlie Beal, Mesa, 1943
..Gary Carpenter, North, 1968
..Chris Snyder, Sunnyslope, 1994
Gilbert Martinez, Chandler, 1958
‘ed Blake, Sunnyslope, 1965
ete Harter, Chandler, 1965
‘andy Holmes, Peoria, 1968
Mike Makings, Scottsdale, 1971
red Mortensen, Tempe, 1971
hawn Gilbert, Agua Fria, 1982
. Scooter Molander, CDS, 1982
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huck Levinus, Cactus, 1984
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‘ory Giles, Westwood, 1991
arty Rincon, Westview, 1993
..Marty Rincon, Westview, 1993
..Marty Rincon, Westview, 1993
Steve O'Hare, Brophy Prep, 1993
im Rattay, Phoenix Christian, 1994
im Rattay, Phoenix Christian, 1994
..Tim Rattay, Phoenix Christian, 1994
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TOUCHDOWN PASSES (SEASON)
........Tim Rattay, Phoenix Christian, 1994
Marty Rincon, Westview, 1993
hris Snyder, Sunnyslope, 1994
Jonathan Beasley, Cactus, 1994 (jr)
..Kevin Stephens, Cactus, 1991
TOUCHDOWN PASSES (CAREER)
58........Marty Rincon, Westview, 1991-93
ent Kiefer, McClintock, 1983-85
SL leveland Dansby, South, 1992-94
48 hris Snyder, Sunnyslope, 1994
47 evin Stephens, Cactus, 1990-91
45........Tom Baker, St. Mary's, 1969-71
LONGEST TOUCHDOWN PASS
99 ..Frank Zellner to Gloyes Lemons,
“Ken Butler to Ralph Flores,
3 Sunnyslope, 1960
98 att Saxe to Colin Fuel,
98 yan Leyba to DeRonn Finley,
..Marcos de Niza, 1994
RECEPTIONS (GAME)
16........Mickey Hatcher, Mesa, 1973
jason Birdsong, 1989 (jr)
avid Stephens, Glendale, '90 (jr)
12 rad Anderson, Alhambra, 1978
12 dam Mesa, Gilbert, 1982
12 at Schabel, Westwood, 1984
12 at Schabel, Westwood, 1984
Zi: helby Hill, Central, 1988
RECEPTIONS (SEASON)
«ss-.dason Birdsong, Cactus, 1989 (jr)
hris Baniszewski, McClintock, 1985
66........Brant Williams, Independence, 1986
66........Tony Vining, Cactus, 1991
65 Tim Kohner, Phoenix Christian, 1994
64 cott McLouth, Gilbert, 1985
64 Mike Allen, Cactus, 1994
ryan Snyder, Sunnyslope, 1983 (jr)
ill Sorcineli, Camelback, 1964
.. Jake Greene, Westview, 1993
RECEPTIONS (CAREER)
148.......Jason Birdsong, Cactus, 1988-90
120......Roger Aguilar, St. Mary's, 1992-94
119......Speedy Hart, St. Mary's, 1973-75
117, Cleveland Colter, McClintock, ‘83-85
LiF A Don Yantis, Paradise Valley, 1986-88
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RECEPTIONS (CAREER) (cont.)
111 Carlos Artis, Washington, 1988-90
RECEIVING YARDS (GAME)
302 Pete Klaass, Paradise Valley, 1983 (jr)
Larry Bandura, Scottsdale, 1971
Keith Rawls, CDS, 1982
Shelby Hill, Central, 1988
Mur! Huff, Phoenix Union, 1924
Larry Bandura, Scottsdale, 1971
jim Palmer, Scottsdale, 1962
Craig Brown, Westview, 1993 (jr)
David Donahue, McClintock, 1982
Danny Starr, Maricopa, 1987
Todd Young, MDN, 1983 (jr)
RECEIVING YARDS (SEASON)
1,226.,.Mickey Hatcher, Mesa, 1973
1,201 ...Jason Birdsong, Cactus, 1989
1,188 ...Tony Vining, Cactus, 1991
1,180...Tim Kohner, Phoenix Christian, 1994
1,090...Larry Bandura, Scottsdale, 1971
1,090...Chris Baniszewski, McClintock, 1985
1,084...Mike Allen, Cactus, 1994
1,039...Jake Greene, Westview, 1993
1,038 ...Rick Molina, Tempe, 1971
1,014...Pat Schabel, Westwood, 1984
RECEIVING YARDS (CAREER)
2,508 ...Jason Birdsong, Cactus, 1988-90
2,172...Speedy Hart, St. Mary's, 1973-75
2,165...Carlos Artis, Washington, 1988-90
2,011...Roger Aguilar, St. Mary's, 1992-94
TOUCHDOWN RECEPTIONS (GAME)
Dwight Bennett, Glendale, 1966
Murl Huff, Phoenix Union, 1924
Merrill Brookings, Gilbert, 1926
Cecil Crouch, Mesa, 1943
jim Palmer, Scottsdale, 1961 (jr)
im Palmer, Scottsdale, 1962
Mike Bowling, Agua Fria, 1966
Dan White, West, 1967
Dick Harris, Westwood, 1969 (jr)
lesus Tirado, Marcos de Niza, 1974
Shawn Harris, Tempe, 1988
Scott Mettham, Chaparral, 1988
Mike Collins, Mt. Pointe, 1993 (jr)
Tim Kohner, Phoenix Christian, 1994
..Mike Allen, Cactus, 1994
SPADADAAADRAARARH
TOUCHDOWN RECEPTIONS (SEASON)
..Tim Kohner, Phoenix Christian, 1994
. Jason Birdsong, Cactus, 1989 (jr)
. Speedy Hart, St. Mary's, 1974 (jr)
Dewey Horton, Gilbert, 1977
Craig Brown, Westview, 1993 (jr)
Mike Allen, Cactus, 1994
Murl Huff, Phoenix Union, 1924
Mike Bowling, Agua Fria, 1966
‘ick Molina, Tempe, 1971
Mike Baker, Gerard, 1974
lames Sosinski, McClintock, 1980
..David Tefteller, Phx. Christian, 1994
TOUCHDOWN RECEPTIONS (CAREER)
LOR ae Speedy Hart, St. Mary's, 1973-75
ARIZONA'S
Connection
265. Jason Birdsong, Cactus, 1988-90
INTERCEPTIONS (GAME)
Dick Gwinn, Judson, 1964
Ned Newell, Mesa, 1921
Albert Guthrie, Mesa, 1921
Seth Williams, Glendale, 1958
Jack Meck, Buckeye, 1958
Craig Cardon, Mesa, 1966
Ralph Quintero, Gilbert, 1966
Pat Farrell, St. Mary's, 1969
Dick Harris, Westwood, 1970
Mark Oligschlaeger, Bourgade, 1972
Bret Baker, Saguaro, 1974
Vince Martinez, Tempe, 1981
Steve McDowell, Gilbert, 1983
Rich Henkel, Horizon, 1984
Ty Hawkinson, Valley Christian, '90
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INTERCEPTIONS (SEASON)
Mike Vere, Bourgade, 1972
Mickey Bell, Cactus, 1979
Andy Zwingle, Peoria, 1979
Shawn Benson, Mesa, 1981
Scotty Malm, Phoenix Christian, 1986
Phil Havens, North, 1962
Bill Dipley, Arcadia, 1965 (jr)
Scott Hutson, Mountain View, 1983
Rhon McKinney, North, 1986
INTERCEPTIONS (CAREER)
Phillip Echeverria, Buckeye, '85-87
sCarlos Artis, Washington, 1988-90
PAU neon Rhon McKinney, North, 1985-86
LONGEST RETURN (INTERCEPTION)
105......T.C. Richmond, Agua Fria, 1985 (jr)
103......John Heffton, Moon Valley, 1980
103......Armando Bernasconi, Seton, 1991 (jr)
102......Quincy Fowler, St. Mary's, 1941
102......Elby Bushong, Washington, 1961
102......Chris Enos, Cortez, 1982
100......Benny Garcia, Agua Fria, 1962
100......Mike Smith, Phoenix Christian, 1962
100......David Given, McClintock, 1975
100......Scott Lubow, Shadow Mt., 1984
100......Brian Fair, South Mountain, 1988 (so)
100.
100.
jerry Ingram, Independence, 1988
..Al Sparks, Maryvale, 1990 (jr)
FIELD GOALS (GAME)
..Lawrence Bever, Phoenix Union, 1925
Phil Insalaco, Phx. Christian, 1984
.Joe Ackie, Carl Hayden, 1990
..Marcus Williams, McClintock, 1992
Andy Schiesl, Chaparral, 1993 (so)
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FIELD GOALS (SEASON)
19........Mike Cortright, St. Mary's, 1985
..Kyle Pooler, Cactus, 1989
Phil Insalaco, Phoenix Christian, 1984
Cameron Mark, Arcadia, 1993 (jr)
Randy Weiskittle, Brophy Prep, 1987
yle Bell, McClintock, 1989
Mario Silva, St. Mary's, 1990
Marcus Williams, McClintock, 1992
.dim Sanson, St. Mary's, 1994 (jr)
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36........Mike Cortright, St. Mary's, 1983-85
26 Quin Rodriguez, Dobson, 1984-86
LONGEST FIELD GOAL
Kyle Pooler, Cactus, 1989
Jim Sanson, St. Mary's, 1994 (jr)
Marcus Williams, McClintock, 1992
Marcus Williams, McClintock, 1992
Bob Facio, Gerard, 1977
Chuck Hunzinger, Deer Valley, 1984
Matt Belden, Glendale, 1992 (jr)
PATS (GAME)
sss10Ed Brooks, Phoenix Union, 1914
Danny White, Westwood, 1969
Cleveland Colter, McClintock, 1985
Darin Madrigal, Mesa, 1993
PATS (SEASON)
Don Gallardo, Cactus, 1994 (jr)
Tony Camino, Peoria, 1987
Kyle Bell, McClintock, 1989
Frank Coen, McClintock, 1980
Steve Rausch, Dobson, 1987
Derek Lay, Maryvale, 1992 (jr)
Barry Duncan, Moon Valley, 1982
PATS (CAREER)
Kyle Pooler, Cactus, 1987-89
Derek Lay, Maryvale, 1991-93
Rich Groppenbacher, McC., 1982-84
Frank Coen, McClintock, 1979-80
1S ae Tony Camino, Peoria, 1985-87
LONGEST PUNT
Walter Williams, Mesa, 1925
lohn Durso, Arcadia, 1976
lerry Hammond, Red Mountain, 1994
justus Goebel, Phoenix Union, 1910
Doug Pasanella, Paradise Valley,'78
Matt Belden, Glendale, 1993
Randy Hakes, Arcadia, 1993
Oscar Reynolds, St. Mary's, 1939
john Parker, Buckeye, 1939
Whizzer White, Mesa, 1945 (jr)
.Dennis Goettl, Central, 1973
PUNTING AVERAGE (SEASON)
47.6.....Matt Belden, Glendale, 1992 (jr)
Jess Skousen, Mesa, 1922
im McCann, North, 1965
i Pat Hawbaker, St. Mary's, 1971
45.9.....Whizzer White, Mesa, 1945 (jr)
LONGEST PUNT RETURN (TD)
102......Brackston Whitaker, Glendale, 1939
arry Royse, Tempe, 1956
..Tom Ribaudo, East, 1967
LONGEST KICKOFF RETURN (TD)
102......Roger Rice, Alhambra, 1989
Carl Mason, Independence, 1989
rmando Castro, Peoria, 1990
‘ eth Carr, St. Mary's, 1988
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BARRY SOLLENBERGER’S
While San Diego defensive back Brian Davis (31) switched to Minnesota, Toby Wright (32) of the Los Angeles Rams
and Mario Bates (24) of the New Orleans Saints shined as rookies where they started.
Last year, 26 former Arizona high schoolers dotted NFL rosters.
Still Soaring at a High Level
If you're new to the Grand Canyon
State, here's a short history lesson about
schoolboy football that surprises most
newcomers.
Arizona continues to lay claim as the
third best high school sports state west of
the Mississippi. Two years ago, excluding
super-populated powers California and
Texas, no state in the West had more for-
mer schoolboy products on NFL rosters
(31) than Arizona.
Next in line came Washington (20),
followed by Colorado (15), Oklahoma
(14) and Kansas (14). Arizona's total was
a single-season record for the Cactus
State, surpassing the 28 which dotted
NFL rosters in 1992. Last fall, 26 former
Arizona products received NFL paychecks
(see chart), including injured receiver
Anthony Edwards of the Phoenix
Cardinals, lineman Rob Waldrop of
Kansas City and nicked up defensive back
Kevin Scott of the Detroit Lions.
Seven former players from the Arizona
high school ranks went in April's NFL
draft, and with key free agents like former
San Manuel tackle Warner Smith (Colts)
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and Tempe Marcos de Niza linebacker
Bryan Hooks (Cardinals) given a good
chance to make clubs, the record (31)
could fall.
Between 1916 and 1969, high
schools from the Phoenix area played
219 games against teams from outside
the state. Schools like Phoenix Union
(now closed), St. Mary's, Mesa and North
locked horns against teams from
Nebraska, Texas, California, Utah, New
Mexico, Colorado and Nevada.
The Capitol City boys did themselves
proud, winning 130 games, losing 73 and
tying 16. Schools from as far away as
Port Arthur, Texas, and Boys Town,
Nebraska fought it out on Arizona turf.
Brown University, an
Ivy League school,
could start three
former Arizona all-
staters this fall.
The most amazing record was the sur-
prising success Mesa High had against
teams from Southern California. Edgar
"Mutt" Ford-coached clubs never lost to a
California school. They were 10-0-0
against West Coast clubs, including a sur-
prising 40-13 win over 1954 CIF champ
Compton Centennial.
"This was the best team we faced all
year," said Centennial coach Aaron Wade
after the debacle. "We passed more than
usual because we didn't want to get any
of our backs hurt for the playoffs next
week. But Mesa really trounced us.”
Two key changes have taken place in
the past 40 years, including a tremendous
population growth in Phoenix and
Tucson. Less out-of-state games have
been played with California schools. It’s
simply not necessary; teams no longer
need to travel to Texas or the West Coast
to fill schedules.
One other change has been the
increase in Arizona products reaching the
pro ranks. It comes with the population
growth. However, several states in the
West have more people than Arizona, but
BARRY SOLLENBERGER’S
less players in both the college and pro
football ranks.
"The odds against a high school senior
playing football in the NFL are roughly
1,000 to one," said Fred Mares of the
National Federation of High School
Sports, located in Kansas City.
To be exact, one out of every 1,233
high school players land in the NFL,
although that will increase with the addi-
tion of the Carolina Panthers and the
Jacksonville Jaguars to the league.
Based on the fact that 13,000 Arizona
youngsters played football at 165 schools
last fall, having 26 on NFL rosters is
above the norm.
"That really surprises me," added
Mares, editor of the Federation's annual
record book. "To have less than 200 high
schools produce that many pro players is
unique.”
But so is Arizona lately, which has
seen many of its high profile blue-chip
football products leave the state to play
college ball. In the past decade alone,
more and more top-notch players are
enrolling at schools like Nebraska,
Washington, UCLA and USC, to name a
few. Brown University, an Ivy League
school, could start three former Arizona
all-staters this fall.
This is a far cry from not too long ago,
when Arizona State and Arizona grabbed
up 95% of the state's top prospects. How
much has college football changed in
Tempe? Two years ago, Northern
Arizona University had more receivers (3)
in the NFL than Arizona State (2).
The cream of the crop is the NFL,
and Arizona products show up every-
where. When Super Bowl champion San
Francisco walked off the Miami turf last
January with another ring, offensive tack-
le Frank Pollack had his first. The former
NAU Lumberjack, a Phoenix Greenway
graduate, became the most recent in a
growing list of Arizona products to play in
the Super Bowl.
In fact, it was a banner streak for
Greenway High alum. Earlier, former
Demon Tim Salmon, an outfielder with
the California Angels, landed American
League Rookie of the Year honors.
Several different Arizona high schools
have multiple players in the league. South
Mountain, the state's all-time leader (10)
has two: Steve Jordan and Byron Evans.
So does Scottsdale Horizon, Arizona's 5A
champions of 1994, with Cincinnati line-
man Ty Parten and Kansas City's
Waldrop, the '93 Outland Trophy winner.
Phoenix Maryvale has three grads in
the NFL today: Dallas strong safety
Darren Woodson, New York Giant defen-
sive back Phillippi Sparks, and rookie
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PRO PARADE
The 26 Arizona schoolboy products in the NFL in 1994.
QB Rodney Peete, Dallas Cowboys (Tucson Sahuaro)
RB Mario Bates, New Orleans Saints (Tucson Amphitheater)
WR Michael Bates, Seattle Seahawks (Tucson Amphitheater) ..
WR *Anthony Edwards, Arizona Cardinals (Casa Grande)...
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. Arizona
N.M. Highlands
WR Eric Guliford, Minnesota Vikings (Peoria)
TE Steve Jordan, Minnesota Vikings (South Mountain)
TE Kurt Haws, Washington Redskins (Mesa Mountain View)
OL Randall McDaniel, Minnesota Vikings (Agua Fria)..
OL John Fina, Buffalo Bills (Tucson Salpointe)
OL Danny Villa, Kansas City Chiefs (Nogales)
OL Todd Kalis, Pittsburgh Steelers (Phoenix Thunderbird)
OL Frank Pollack, San Francisco 49ers (Phoenix Greenway) ..
OL Dale Hellestrae, Dallas Cowboys (Scottsdale Saguaro) ..
OL Mike Keim, Seattle Seahawks (Round Valley)
P_ Jeff Feagles, Arizona Cardinals (Phoenix Gerard)..
LB “Byron Evans, Philadelphia Eagles (South Mountain)
DB Darren Woodson, Dallas Cowboys (Phoenix Maryvale)
DB Anthony Parker, Minnesota Vikings (Tempe McClintock) ....
DB Brian Davis, Minnesota Vikings (Phoenix Cortez) ..
DB *Kevin Scott, Detroit Lions (Phoenix St. Mary’s)
DB Phillippi Sparks, New York Giants (Phoenix Maryvale)..
DB Muhammad Oliver, Miami Dolphins (Phoenix North) ....
DB Kevin Miniefield, Chicago Bears (Phoenix Camelback).
DB Toby Wright, Los Angeles Rams (Mesa Dobson)
DL Ty Parten, Cincinnati Bengals (Scottsdale Horizon)
DL *Rob Waldrop, Kansas City Chiefs (Scottsdale Horizon)..
.. Arizona
DRAFTED NEWCOMERS
RB Ryan Christopherson, Jacksonville Jaguars (Cactus)...
OL Frank Garcia, Carolina Panthers (Phoenix Maryvale)...
Wyoming
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PK Cole Ford, Pittsburgh Steelers (Tucson Sabino)
PK Steve McLaughlin, St. Louis Rams (Tucson Sahuaro) .
LB Sean Harris, Chicago Bears (Tucson High)...
LB Jason Kyle, Seattle Seahawks (Tempe McClintock
DB Mike Skurlock, St. Louis Rams (Tucson Cholla)
“injured reserve
center Frank Garcia, a fourth-round pick
of the Carolina Panthers. Woodson and
Sparks starred at Arizona State. Barring
injury, watch for current Sun Devil safety
Mitchell Freedman to someday reach this
level.
Tucson Sahuaro has two: Dallas
Cowboy backup quarterback Rodney
Peete, the state Player of the Year as a
junior, and rookie Steve McLaughlin of
the St. Louis Rams, one of the nation's
premier kickers.
It looks like Tempe McClintock might
land two, with defensive back Anthony
Parker switching from Minnesota to St.
Louis and ASU linebacker Jason Kyle
going in the fourth round to Seattle. Last
. Arizona
. Arizona
ASU
Arizona
year, Parker, a member of A-State's '87
Rose Bowl champions, became the first
defensive player in NFL history to score
touchdowns in three straight games.
The former high school Player of the
Year returned an interception 41 yards
for a TD against Tampa Bay, a fumble 23
yards against Green Bay and an intercep-
tion 44 yards against the Giants.
Parker played in the same secondary
as Eric Allen, Philadelphia's standout cor-
nerback, when they were in college.
Many scouts believed Parker was better
than Allen entering their senior years. But
a knee injury cost Parker most of that
season and lots of early playing time in
the National Football League.
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BARRY SOLLENBERGER’S
Super Bowl Arizonans
Since statehood, hundreds of Arizona high school products
have played professional football in the United States and Canada.
But only a few - 17 to be exact - have played in the Super Bowl
The late Larry Gordon (50), one of Phoenix Union's all-time greats, Mountain View linebacker
Todd Shell (90) and Tucson Salpointe tackle John Fina (70) have played in the "big one."
By Barry Sollenberger
Last January, with millions tuned in to
TV and 74,107 watching from $200-and-
up seats in Miami's Joe Robbie Stadium,
the San Francisco 49ers smashed
records, rolled up points and sprinted
away from the San Diego Chargers, 49-
26, in Super Bowl XXIX.
The next day, Monday morning's front
page edition of The Arizona Republic
featured 49er tackle Frank Pollack salut-
ing the crowd. The same Frank Pollack
who attended Greenway High in Phoenix
and Northern Arizona University in
Flagstaff.
Another former Arizona high school
athlete had played in a Super Bowl.
Since statehood, several hundred
Arizona schoolboy products have played
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professional football, in the United States
and Canada. But only an elite group - 17
to be exact - have played in the Super
Bowl.
Since 1964, it is doubtful that Arizona
has produced a better defensive lineman
than Yuma's Curley Culp (see opposite
page photo). Why 1964? That’s when
Culp played his last prep football game. It
was the North-South All-Star contest,
played in Flagstaff at Northern Arizona
University's old Lumberjack Stadium.
It may have been the best all-star game
in Arizona history, a 28-20 win by the
North. Four players from that game later
joined Culp in the National Football
League: South Mountain end Bob
Wallace (Chicago Bears), Agua Fria guard
Bill Lueck (Green Bay Packers), Agua Fria
quarterback-linebacker Rusty Tillman
(Washington Redskins) and Chandler
defensive back Gordon Rule (Green Bay
Packers). Culp and Tillman both played in
Super Bowls.
But Culp was first. The former NCAA
heavyweight wrestling champion from
Arizona State joined Buck Buchanan,
Jerry Mays and Aaron Brown to form
Kansas City's forward wall which stuffed
Minnesota in Super Bowl IV, 23-7.
As a schoolboy in Yuma, Culp was not
only a state heavyweight wrestling champ,
but a participant in two historic football
games: the '64 all-star classic, and an
incredible upset of state champion
Scottsdale Arcadia in 1962, a team
ranked No. 8 in the U.S.A.
During Culp’'s senior year at Yuma, a
teammate was sophomore Ron Jessie,
later a track and football star at the
BARRY SOLLENBERGER’S
University of Kansas. In 1980, when
Pittsburgh beat Los Angeles, 31-19, in
Super Bowl XIV, half the Rams' receiving
corps — Jesse and Tempe Marcos de
Niza's Preston Dennard — were former
Arizona high school stars.
Danny White started at quarterback for
the Dallas Cowboys for seven seasons,
but in Super Bowls XII and XIII, he was a
backup to Hall of Famer Roger
Staubach. Still, White has a Super
Bowl ring. So does teammate Bob
Breunig, the Cowboys’ starting
linebacker, and like White a for-
mer Arizona State star. Both
played college ball for Frank
Kush. Breunig played high
school ball at Phoenix
Alhambra.
The late Larry Gordon, one
of Phoenix Union's all-time
greats, started at linebacker for
Miami in Super Bowl XVII, a
27-17 loss to Washington.
Gordon, possibly Arizona State's
all-time best linebacker, died of a
heart attack in 1983, his eighth year
in the league. Today, an award given to
the state's best high school linebacker is
named in his honor.
Riki Gray was an all-state linebacker at
Tucson Amphi and a Pac-10 terror at
USC. In San Francisco he changed his
last name to Ellison, but kept his football
ability intact. In 1985, the 49ers beat
Miami in Super Bowl XIX, and in 1989
beat Cincinnati. Riki wears two Super
Bowl rings.
So does teammate Todd Shell, another
terrific Arizona linebacker. The former
Mesa Mountain View all-stater and BYU
star was the No. 1 pick (24th overall) of
the 49ers in 1984, and played five sea-
sons before retiring from the league due
to a spinal injury. Today he is the head
coach of the San Jose SaberCats of the
Arena Football League.
Joining Ellison and Shell on San
Francisco's '89 Super Bowl club was
defensive back Tory Nixon, a former
Shadow Mountain High and San Diego
State star.
Much traveled Brian Davis, a Phoenix
Cortez product who made it big at
Nebraska, finished the '94 campaign with
the Minnesota Vikings. Earlier, he roamed
the secondary for the San Diego
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Chargers. In January of 1988, Davis was
in the secondary of the World Champion
Washington Redskins as they skinned the
Denver Broncos, 42-10.
Speaking of Denver, two former
Arizona
stars,
wide receiver Vance Johnson (Tucson
Cholla) and defensive back Randy
Robbins (Casa Grande), played in three
Super Bowls. Johnson, both a state and
NCAA long jump champ, and Robbins, a
basketball star, were terrific schoolboy
athletes. In high school, Johnson long
jumped 25-feet, 8-inches at the Golden
West Invitational; 26-feet, 11-inches at
the NCAA finals.
The Buffalo Bills recently lost three
straight Super Bowls, but don't blame
tackle John Fina (Tucson Salpointe),
an offensive starter who holds his
own. John played in back-to-back
games in 1993 and 1994, when
the Bills lost both classics to the
Dallas Cowboys, 52-17 and 30-
13.
On the winning team was
starting snapper Dale
Hellestrae (Scottsdale Saguaro)
and safety Darren Woodson
(Phoenix Maryvale). These two
Cowboys wear four Super Bowl
rings between them. Hellestrae
was a former teammate of Eric
Dickerson's at SMU, while
Woodson, before playing at Arizona
State, was a member of one of the all-
time talented backfields at Maryvale High.
In 1986, the Panthers’ three running
backs were Woodson, Phillippi Sparks
(ASU/New York Giants) and Kevin
Galbreath, MVP of the 1992 Arizona
State-Arizona football game in Tucson.
Super Bowl Arizonans
Player/Pro Team/High School
Bowl Year
Curley Culp, Kansas City Chiefs (Yuma)
Rusty Tillman, Washington Redskins (Agua Fria)
Danny White, Dallas Cowboys (Mesa Westwood)
Bob Breunig, Dallas Cowboys (Phoenix Alhambra)
Preston Dennard, Los Angeles Rams (Tempe Marcos de Niza)
.1978, ‘79
1978, ‘79
1980
Ron Jessie, Los Angeles Rams (Yuma)
Larry Gordon, Miami Dolphins (Phoenix Union)..
Riki Gray, San Francisco 49ers (Tucson Amphi)....
Todd Shell, San Francisco 49ers (Mesa Mountain View)
Vance Johnson, Denver Broncos (Tucson Cholla) ....
Randy Robbins, Denver Broncos (Casa Grande)...
88, ‘90
.1987, ‘88, ‘89
Brian Davis, San Francisco 49ers (Phoenix Cortez) .
Tory Nixon, San Francisco 49ers (Shadow Mountain) ....
Dale Hellestrae, Dallas Cowboys (Scottsdale Saguaro).
Darren Woodson, Dallas Cowboys (Phoenix Maryvale)..
John Fina, Buffalo Bills (Tucson Salpointe)
-1993, ‘94
1993, ‘94
1993, ‘94
Frank Pollack, San Francisco 49ers (Phoenix Greenway)
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College
Preview
BARRY SOLLENBERGER’S
Back in the football business, Eastern Arizona College landed an early recruiting coups in Mesa High School tailback
Gerald Green (Mesa Tribune photo by David Cruz).
Eastern Arizona Resurrected from the Dead
By Bart Conley
Football is back at Eastern Arizona
College in Thatcher, A fall team has been
put on the fast track.
The matter was decided in January
during the Graham County Community
College District Governing Board's meet-
ing, with a 3-2 split vote.
It reversed a 14-month-old decision
which eliminated the program one year
earlier. But since the 1993 decision was
made, the make-up of the board has
changed. One major change was the seat-
ing of Ladd Mullenaux, the former athlet-
ic director and Dean of Students at the
time of the decision. He retired from EAC
the following June.
Dropping football affected more than
just EAC. It affected scheduling in the
Arizona Community College ranks.
Member football schools like Arizona
Western, Phoenix, Glendale, Scottsdale
and Mesa had to look elsewhere to fill
their schedules.
The Graham County board set the
maximum budget at $350,000, with 75
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football scholarships of varying degrees
for the '95 season. The board did not
approve a new bus, but indicated they
would probably charter for trips outside
the state, and use the existing transporta-
tion instate.
The board also authorized three full-
time and three part-time assistant coaches
in addition to a head coach. That position
was filled by Paul Tidwell, a former coach
at Snow College in Utah.
The resurrection of football at Eastern
is about the only news in the league.
Everything else looks the same. Mesa, the
defending Valley of the Sun Bowl champi-
on, looks like the team to beat. Glendale
looks almost as good. Scottsdale, with
another top-flight recruiting class, is on
the rise. Phoenix has another head
coach.
Obviously, winning the conference title
and the Valley of the Sun bowl made for
a good year at MESA. Key wins over
Antelope Valley, Dixie and Hutchinson
highlighted a 6-4 campaign. "Beating
three nationally ranked teams, and
Glendale so decisively, made it memo-
rable," says David Rice, a former assistant
at Glendale.
The Thunderbirds’ defense is solid,
with five starters back. Linebacker Adam
Hayden (6-1, 238) picked off four passes,
recorded six sacks, 87 tackles and earned
all-league. Down lineman Mac Smith (6-3,
270), a good student who is being heavily
recruited, made 44 unassisted tackles and
four sacks. Speedy Dorian Bow (5-9,
170), one of the team's quickest players
with 4.4 speed, intercepted four passes
on the corner. Sophomore Shane James
(6-3, 270), a transfer from Louisiana
Tech, can really run.
"With Chris Estes on the roster, we
have the best kicker in the nation,” claims
Rice, who returns 36 lettermen. Last year
Estes kicked five field goals in a single
game, 16 on the season while eading the
nation in that category. Offensively, wide-
out Daniel Jones (6-0, 180, 4.4), another
all-league pick, caught 50 passes for 676
yards. Big John Larsen (6-3, 290) helps
form a solid front.
Mesa landed its usual crop of talented
newcomers from the high school ranks,
BARRY SOLLENBERGER’S
including two key figures in Peoria's trip
to the 4A finals: fullback Shannon Coulter
(5-10, 245) and tackle Mike Kalin (6-4,
295). Jeff Voigt (5-11, 195), the star
quarterback from state 5A champ
Scottsdale Horizon, may switch to safety.
Giant tackle Brian Brooks (6-7, 330), an
all-stater from Missouri, could start.
It was a disappointing season at
GLENDALE, at least by its standards.
"We're looking to rebound and play to our
potential," says Joe Kersting, whose
Gauchos dipped to 4-4-1."We have a lot
of experience in the front seven and skill
positions, but our kicking game is a ques-
tion."
Each play starts with the center snap,
and Glendale has a good one in center
Justin Moss (6-3, 270), one of seven key
sophomores. At 6-7, 300-pounds, tackle
Sebastian Craynon is the biggest Gaucho
on the offensive line. With 4.5 speed,
Troy Campbell is the quickest in the
offensive backfield. Derek Drumtra (6-0,
185) is a speedy wide receiver.
But in past years, Glendale has ruled
the roost with defense. That will be the
determining factor again — if end Kane
Dale (6-2, 235), linebacker Jason Daigle
(6-2, 235) and defensive back Alex
Hollowell (6-2, 178) play to their poten-
tial.
Here's a prediction: When the new
Pima Freeway connects Mesa with
Scottsdale next year, the Artichokes pro-
gram will take off. SCOTTSDALE is
headed in the right direction anyway.
Land Jacobsen's 3-5-1 club lost four
games by 11 points. Biggest loss is quar-
terback Joe Germaine, who passed for
10 miles then left for Ohio State.
Watch for Phoenix Christian grad Tim
Rattay (6-2, 185) to pick up the slack.
Last year the all-state signal caller passed
for 2,646 yards and a state-record 40
touchdowns. Redshirt freshman Gabe
Lindstrom (6-4, 220), a high profile play-
er at Bisbee two years ago, is now in the
program. Quarterback looks solid.
Little Pascal Volz (5-10, 175) is back.
He caught 37 passes for 514 yards and
five TDs last year. So is safety Paul
Shields (6-2, 215) and injured nose guard
Tony Griswold (6-4, 240), two of the bet-
ter JC players in Arizona. Lance Lohrenz
(6-0, 220) and Brandon Tyree (5-11,
225) are tough linebackers. Shawn
Wright (6-3, 220) will start at defense end
and Tony Millanes (5-11, 195) will join
Shields in the secondary.
If teams double up on Volz, speedy
(4.5) Hud Romero (5-10, 165) should be
open. Or Nikko Cooper (6-4, 185),
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another talented newcomer. Sam Koch
(6-1, 260), J.R. Directo (6-3, 280) and
Jesse Hart (6-5, 280) are down linemen.
Koch is the Artichokes’ center.
The successful SCC recruiting arm
reached into the East Valley and plucked
Matt Griffith (6-3, 235), winner of the
Brian Murray Award as the state's best
interior lineman, and Tim Croff (6-3,
265), the national high school heavy-
weight wrestling champion from Mesa
Dobson.
"We might not be as talented, but we
should be better overall,” insists Jacobsen,
whose club opens Sept. 2 at Eastern
Arizona.
Last year the ARIZONA WESTERN
offense averaged 32 points per game.
But the defense, which started eight fresh-
men, had problems. "We have some good
returnees back," says Walt Criner, whose
Matadors finished 3-7. "We are excited
about our recruits.”
Of the 25 returning lettermen, 6-5,
245-pound tight end Roderick Robinson
is the most visible. The gifted sophomore
runs 40 yards in 4.8 seconds and has
everybody's praise. That's everybody in
the league. In Brian McKenzie (5-10,
180, 4.5) and Illy Allen (5-5, 155, 4.4)
Western may have the smallest — but
quickest - backfield in the state. At any
level. Chris Gilbert (6-4, 285) and a beefy
collection of down linemen will block for
them. Speedy Marcellus Meredith (5-11,
185, 4.5) and big Victor Twatagaloa (6-4,
290) are solid defensive players.
John Allen, a former Arizona State
assistant, takes over the struggling
PHOENIX COLLEGE program. The
Bears, 1-8 in 1994, were once the pride
Eastern Arizona
of the Arizona JC ranks. Over two dozen
letter winners return, but a lack of line-
men and depth could take its toll by mid-
season.
Both the receiving and secondary
corps looks solid. Talented Koszhee
McGriff (6-1, 185, 4.5) and teammates
Daniel Keys (6-0, 195) and Joe Semien
(6-2, 215) make up three-fourths of the
Bears’ secondary. Wideouts Creg Spann
(6-1, 175) and Reggie Hill (6-4, 200) are
dangerous receivers.
On the defensive side of the ball, Allen
and his staff hope linebacker Zabatka
Colbert (6-1, 225) and down linemen like
Matt Rojas (6-2, 240) and Greg Brainson
(6-2, 235) come through, and stay
healthy.
The name of the game at EASTERN
is numbers. Can the Gila Monsters fill a
full roster after dropping the sport for a
year?
"We will have only four weeks to get
the team ready," says first-year coach
Paul Tidwell. "We did have a good recruit-
ing year considering the late start.”
One good example of that is halfback
Gerald Green (5-9, 170), a talented back
from Mesa. Last fall the former Jackrabbit
rushed for 1,294 yards for the Purple
Gang - 3,707 during his career. When
defenses key on Green, speedy (4.4)
Julius Davenport (6-0, 175) is a go to
receiver. Big Lance Washburn (6-7, 320)
will anchor the Monsters’ line.
Defensively, Josh DeSpain (6-0, 225)
and Mike Ulichny (6-3, 235) make up a
young but good linebacker corps. Tim
Dorsey (6-5, 255) has one end covered.
Sophomore transfer Harold Barnes (5-11,
180) will start at safety. He's a good one.
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Head Coach: Bob Miller
Averaged 37.1 pts. vs Opponents 20.8!
First Team All-State:
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Bernard Rock, 5-10, 155 (WR) jr.
Cody McDonald, 5-10, 195 (DL)
Honorable Mention All-State:
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